April 12, 2023 Air Force helps protect more than 100 threatened, endangered ‘neighbors’ Because animal communities need homes too, the Air Force works hard to be a good neighbor. That means paying special attention to the 123 threatened and endangered species who live at 54 of our installations. The Department of the Air Force Environmental Program works to protect these animals while
Sept. 10, 2021 Barksdale works with Louisiana Department of Wildlife to control alligator population Alligators are common in the marshes of Barksdale’s eastern reservation and biannual controlled hunts ensure that their population does not get out of control.
Nov. 20, 2020 Federal funding for eagles protects Barksdale resources The B-52H Stratofortress isn’t the only majestic beast flying around Barksdale; along the wooded banks of Flag Lake lives a family of bald eagles that benefit the upkeep of Barksdale’s vast natural resources.By housing and protecting the nesting and feeding grounds of the eagles, Barksdale receives
Feb. 28, 2020 The wild side of Barksdale Driving through the luscious tree tunnel entrance of the main gate, one might think this is the best part of Barksdale, but there is a whole world hidden in the background.