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Visitor Center
Ecoystems Q & A
Q:
Why do patches of trees look red?
A:
Many douglas-fir trees in the IPNF are being killed by bark beetles. These dead trees are a great fire
hazard in some areas. To find out what the Forest Service is trying to do about this, go to the
Douglas-fir bark beetle outbreak page.
Q:
What is NEPA?
A:
NEPA stands for National Environmental Policy Act, which requires special direction for federally funded
projects that affect the environment. For information on forest management plans around the country,
please see the Forest Service NEPA/NFMA page.
Q:
Have any special or rare species of animals been sighted on the Idaho Panhandle?
A:
Yes. In 1997, a three-toed woodpecker, wolverine, peregrine falcons,
and lynx were spotted. The IPNF also provides habitats for grizzly bears,
woodland caribou, goshawks, bald eagles, bull trout, and westslope cutthroat trout,
all at-risk, endangered, or sensitive species.
Q:
What kind of tree is this?
A:
Use our tree guide to identify it by its foliage, cones or fruit, and bark.
Q:
Are there bears in North Idaho?
A:
Yes. You must practice bear safety
when camping, picnicking, or hiking in the woods.
Q:
Where do these questions come from?
A:
We get them from you! So go ahead... ask a question! Common
questions are posted here.
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