Habitat Sample Clauses

Habitat. In addition to the habitat benefit derived from the Remedial Actions contemplated herein, the Port and City agree to jointly prioritize and pursue outside funding for the habitat restoration opportunities delineated in Figure 3-2 of the Waterfront District Sub-Area Plan. The Port and City will jointly cooperate to grant or acquire any easements, licenses or other authorizations necessary to implement habitat projects. Where feasible, habitat restoration and remediation will be integrated.

Habitat. The gopher tortoise typically inhabits relatively well-drained, xxxxx soils. The gopher tortoise is generally associated with longleaf pine, xeric oak sandhills but also occurs in scrub, xeric hammock, pine flatwoods, dry prairie, coastal grasslands and dunes, mixed hardwood-pine communities, and a variety of disturbed habitats. Gopher tortoises excavate xxxxxxx that average 4.5 m in length and 2 m in depth. These xxxxxxx, which provide protection from temperature extremes, desiccation, and predators, serve as refuges for approximately 360 other species, including federally listed species such as the Mississippi gopher frog (Lithobates sevosa) and Eastern indigo snake (Drymarchon couperi).

Habitat. Since the site will require fill, all trees within the limits of the Subject Property will be cleared, except for those within the undisturbed buffer along the property line adjacent to Tract C. The Donation Property is to be donated to the City to mitigate for these impacts, and it will be designated as Conservation on the XXXX.

Habitat. Habitats recorded in the upland portion of the study area mainly included grassland/eroded hillside, shrubland, plantation and stream/channel (Figures 9.6). Fire, erosion, poor soil condition and historic use of the Castle Peak firing range have maintained most of this area at an early successional stage. Plant communities found in these upland areas are dominated by common, fire-tolerant, hardy species of low conservation interest. A number of small, steep streams drained the severely eroded and frequently burned uplands. The streams are affected by erosion and sedimentation, and there is no distinguishable riparian habitat. Recorded plant species and their relative abundance are listed in Annex A.

Habitat. A Preliminary Environment Assessment Report identifying threatened and endangered species was provided to the City. That Report shows no adverse impacts. No construction shall commence within any gopher tortoise habitat on the Citation Estates property until the Developer has obtained the necessary gopher tortoise permit from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) and complies with all permit conditions. The City may require an update to the Report as part of future application and shall prescribe a time frame within which such updated report shall be provided. In the absence of a permit, development related activities on the Property shall not result in the harming, pursuit, or harassment of wildlife species classified as endangered, threatened, or a species of special concern by either the State or Federal governments in contravention of applicable State and Federal laws, rules or regulations. Should listed species be determined to reside on, or otherwise be significantly dependent upon the Property, the Owners shall cease all development activities which might negatively affect that individual or population. The Property shall be developed in full compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. The Owner shall provide proper protection to the satisfaction of all agencies with jurisdiction over the matter. As provided elsewhere in this Agreement, Bear Smart Community principles shall be considered as part of a future supplemental Preliminary Assessment Report. The report shall be submitted no later than Preliminary Plat to ensure that design and development planning incorporates sufficient measures to reduce bear – human nuisance interactions..

Habitat. Roundtail chub and headwater chub share similar preferences for habitat types, though roundtail chub tend to inhabit higher order streams more often than headwater chub. Adults of these species prefer deep pools and often use the darkness of pools as cover (Rinne and Minckley 1991). Other preferred forms of cover, especially in streams lacking deep pools, are instream boulders, undercut banks, overhanging vegetation, and root wads (Rinne and Minckley 1991). According to Minckley and XxXxxxxx (2000), roundtail chub are less prone to using instream cover than other species of Gila. Adults feed in swift water and move back to pools or other forms of cover when disturbed (Minckley 1973; Vanick and Xxxxxx 1969). Juveniles occupy backwater habitats and tend to reside primarily in shallow, swifter habitats, as they grow older (Minckley 1973; 1991; Xxxxxx 1999; Xxxxxxx et al. 2000; Xxxxx et al. 2000). Though also found in small streams, flannelmouth sucker tend to inhabit pools and deeper runs in higher order streams in the lower Colorado River Basin (Xxxxxx and Xxxxxx 1963; Xxxxxxxx and Xxxxxx 1980; Xxxxxx and Xxxxx 1995). Though notable declines are apparent in many impounded areas (Jonez and Summer 1954; XxXxxx 1980; Xxxxxxx et al. 1977, 1980; Wiley 1978; Minckley 1973; XxXxx 1977), Xxxxxxx and Wydoski (2004) describe a successful population stocked below Xxxxx Dam in the 1970’s. The flannelmouth sucker is found in a variety of habitat types throughout their ranges (Bezzerides and Xxxxxxx 2002; AGFD 2002). Xxxxxx et al. (1994) observed flannelmouth sucker in the lower Little Colorado River in moderate to deep areas with cover and substantial vertical structure during the day and a wide array of habitats at night. The ability to move long distances has been noted as an important life cycle attribute for the flannelmouth sucker (Chart and Xxxxxxxxx 1992; Xxxxxx 1973; Xxxxx 1993; XxXxxxxx et al. 1999; Cavalli 1999; XxXxxxxx et al. 1999). The construction of dams and subsequent loss of migration ability have been implicated as potential reasons for the species’ dramatic decline in distribution in the lower Colorado River basin (Bezzerides and Xxxxxxx 2002). For example, Chart and Xxxxxxxxx (1992) noted that barriers to migration may be one of the causes that tend to aggregate flannelmouth suckers below dams (other potential factors may include higher autotrophic production in tailwater habitat). Little Colorado River sucker has been documented in habitats such as c...

Habitat. The recovery and long-term survival of populations of fishers in California is dependent on habitat on public and private lands. Within the xxxxxx’x range in California, there are many important areas that are currently or may potentially be used by fishers occurring on privately owned lands. SPI and the FWS recognize the importance of conservation efforts on non-Federal lands as being crucial to the future connectivity of xxxxxx populations in California. Information regarding the life history attributes of fishers in general, and the status of habitat and potential threats to fishers in the west coast distinct population segment can be found in the FWS’ 12-month finding (USDI Fish and Wildlife Service 2004). However, the information in the 2004 12-month finding is not specific to the conditions, current and projected, on the enrolled lands. Findings and preliminary analysis from recent, post 2004, xxxxxx habitat studies that are more applicable to the enrolled lands are discussed below. General Habitat Description Based on many studies of xxxxxx habitat in the west coast population, the important components of xxxxxx habitat appear to be; species composition, site productivity, management history, and the ecological and disturbance processes of the forest. Xxxxxx populations need landscapes that provide protective cover, adequate prey, and tree cavities for rest and reproductive den sites.

Habitat. Throughout their range, bald eagles use forested habitats for nesting and roosting, and expanses of shallow fresh or salt water for foraging. Nesting habitat generally consists of densely forested areas of mature trees that are isolated from human disturbance (Xxxxxxx 2000). Daytime roosts are generally in “super-canopy” trees adjacent to shorelines, and are typically located away from human disturbance (Xxxxxxx 2000). Communal roosts, which are rare in Florida, are located within three miles of water (Xxxxxx 2006). The quality of foraging habitat is characterized by the diversity, abundance, and vulnerability of eagle prey, the structure of the aquatic habitat (e.g., presence of shallow water), and the extent of human disturbance (Xxxxxxx 2000). Bald eagle nesting habitats are protected by law, but little or no emphasis has yet been placed on the preservation of roosting or foraging habitats (Xxxxxx 2006). The greatest numbers of bald eagle nesting territories in Florida are found along the Gulf coast and around some of the larger inland lakes and river systems in the peninsula (Figure 1). Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - 3 - Chapter 1: Biological Background Bald Eagle Management Plan

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