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Fire Equipment
Controlled burns are not possible without trained professionals and their tools!
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Controlled Burns
Controlled burning is a vital part of our longleaf pine ecosystem.
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Carnivorous Plants
Curious about meat-eating plants? Check out the amazing carnivorous plants in the southeast forests and their relationship with a fire community.
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Reptiles & Amphibians
Fire creates a unique habitat for reptiles and amphibians. Check out the snakes, turtles, salamanders and frogs of longleaf!
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Mammals of Longleaf
There are many mammals and birds that make their homes only in the longleaf pine ecosystem. Learn more about who you might see in a longleaf pine forest!
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The Longleaf Ecosystem
Longleaf pine forests are the dominant species across the southeast. Learn more aobut what makes them so unique.