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BMP ID: 7350
Title: Assess habitat suitability for Mexican Spotted Owl nesting and foraging
Text: "Special Status Species — Mexican Spotted Owl (MSO): MSO Designated Critical Habitat and Suitable Habitat: Assess habitat suitability for both nesting and foraging using accepted habitat models in conjunction with field reviews. Apply the conservation measures below if project activities occur within 0.5 mile of suitable owl habitat. Determine potential effects of actions to owls and their habitat."
Source Publication Name: Monticello Field Office: Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan
Citation Section: Appendix B Stipulations Applicable to Oil and Gas Leasing and Other Surface-disturbing Activities
Citation Page: 12
Supplemental Documents:  
Usage Type: Required
Timing: • Production / Operation / Maintenance
Oil / Gas Field:  
Surface Ownership: • Federal
• State
Mineral Ownership: • Federal
• State
Primary Contact: BLM - Monticello Field Office
365 North Main
Monticello, Utah  84535  USA
Phone:(435) 587-1500     Alt. Phone:
Fax:(435) 587-1518     E-mail:utmtmail@blm.gov
Alternate Contact:  
 
Categories: Wildlife
Location: Utah
Species:
• Owl
• Owl, Mexican Spotted
Vegetation Types:
General Comments: For current avoidance and minimization measures: See BMPS 7351-7365
Cost-Benefit Analysis:
BMP Efficacy:
Date Entered: 2010-06-22 13:56 UTC
Last Updated: 2010-06-25 15:59 UTC