Abstract: The Huayanxi State Forest Farm of Hunan Province has rich wildlife resources,of which Ardeidae birds are representative.Based on the composition,distribution and habitats of the wildlife in Huayanxi State Forest Farm,we suggest firstly the rare species and Ardeidae birds should be taken as the key species,secondly conservation of the key species and their habitats enhanced,thirdly the farm divided into protection area,conservation area and production area according to the distribution of the key species and different measures taken in different divisions,and finally sustainable forest management methods used to reduce disturbance to wildlife and their habitats in forest management in Huayanxi State Forest Farm.

Key words: state forest farm, wildlife, habitat, Hunan Province