Pronghorn Fence Crossing Enhancement

A simple and effective method to mitigate the negative impact fences have on pronghorn is to implement wildlife-friendlier fencing techniques. For pre-existing fences, the retrofitting of wires to wildlife-friendlier standards is time consuming and costly. In 2022, we were able to alleviate these burdens on landholders interested in improving fence permeability for pronghorn by replacing the bottom barbed wire of 39 km of fenceline with double-stranded smooth wire raised to 46 cm. Retrofitting was completed by volunteers with the Alberta Fish & Game Association. In total, the Pronghorn Fence Crossing Enhancement Project facilitated the establishment of nearly 615 km of wildlife-friendlier fencing throughout the pronghorn migration corridor of southeastern Alberta.

Partnerships

Alberta Fish & Game Association, Government of Alberta

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