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Ecological site EX043B23A116

Igneous (Ig) Absaroka Lower Foothills

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T 1-2 - Frequent and severe grazing (yearlong grazing) or compaction from surface traffic, will weaken the mid-stature grasses and allow threadleaf sedge to increase.
T 1-3 - Disturbance to the soil surface provides the opportunity for invasive species to find their niche in a community.
T 2-3 - Drought with or without hoof impact or mechanical soil impact to displace the sod opens the niche for invasive species to establish.
T 4-3 - Any disturbance to or failure in reclaiming the community leaves this State at risk to invasion.
CP 1.1-1.2 - Duration and intensity of grazing, especially with drought conditions, will force a conversion in this community.
CP 1.2-1.1 - Prescribed grazing and drought contingency planning allows recovery of this plant community.

State 2 submodel, plant communities

State 3 submodel, plant communities

State 4 submodel, plant communities

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