The presence of water on reclaimed mine sites enhances their capability to serve as wildlife habitat.

Publications

Atkinson, Robert B., C.E. Zipper, W.L. Daniels, and J. Cairns, Jr. 1997. Constructing Wetlands During Reclamation to Improve Wildlife Habitat. Virginia Cooperative Extension Publication 460-129.

Bromley, Peter T., and C.T. Cushwa. 1990. Wildlife and fish habitat on reclaimed surface-mined lands. Virginia Cooperative Extension publication 460-125.

Bromley, P. T., and C. T. Cushwa. 1985. Wildlife and fish habitat on reclaimed surface-mined lands. Virginia Cooperative Extension publication 460-109.