Mammals. Marine mammals do not normally roost or forage on the ocean beach. However, occasionally a harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) or Stellar sea lion (Eumetopias jubatus) may be observed on the beach. On occasion, a stranded mammal pup is rescued from the beach. Reptiles. Marine reptiles do not normally roost or forage on the ocean beach. Several observations of green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) and endangered xxxxx Xxxxxx turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea) have been made in the area (Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, 2014; xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx, 2009). These species are tropical or sub-tropical, so those found in or near Long Beach are well outside their normal range, and these incidents are isolated.
Mammals. Small, shy or nocturnal mammals such as rodents and rabbits are infrequently observed in the dune. (ELS, ibid). Larger mammals such as deer are frequently observed, and in the springtime, black bear (Ursus americanus) are always present, but in varying degree depending on the year. In recent years, incidents involving habituated black bear in near-dune residential and commercial districts of Long Beach have noticeably increased.
Mammals. Black Bear (Ursus americanus) Not listed Threatened May occur throughout Texas; requires large tracts of undisturbed forested areas. No occurrence within the Covered Area Texas Hornshell (Popenaias popeii) Not listed Threatened Found in freshwater streams and rivers with slow to moderate flow; usually stationary, it resides in rock crevices or shelves, however, many be swept up in riffles (TPWD 2020d; Xxxxxxxx et al. 2017). No occurrence within the Covered Area Dune Umbrella- Sedge (Cyperus onerosus) Not listed Threatened Gramanoid that occurs in wet and moist soils in xxxxxx and other depressions within stable sand dunes (TPWD 2020d). May occur within the xxxxxx and depressions of sand dunes within the Covered Area Texas Horned Lizard (Phrynosoma cornutum) Not listed Threatened Occurs in prairie habitats with sparse vegetation such as grasses, cacti, and scattered scrub; and friable soils in which it can xxxxxx when inactive (TPWD 2020d). May occur within the Covered Area due to potential suitable friable soils and sparse vegetation structure
Mammals. Of the sensitive bat species in Appendix B, all but the spotted bat (Euderma maculatum), may occur in the covered areas of Washington. Core habitat for spotted bats is further north in the Ponderosa forests along the eastern Cascades; this species is therefore unlikely to be found on the covered lands (Xxxxxxx and Xxxxxxx 1997). The silver-haired bat (Lasionycteris noctivagans) occurs throughout Washington and Oregon, primarily in forested zones, and probably into alpine parkland. It occurs in the Columbia Basin in small numbers which are probably migrating individuals. It is known to occur in central Skamania County and is identified as a species of concern in Hood River and Wasco Counties Oregon (ODFW 2012c). These bats are most closely associated with forests, roosting almost entirely in trees, usually snags. Except during migration, they xxxx primarily within forests, at the forest edge, in small clearings, and along ponds and rivers. The silver-haired bat likely occurs in the covered lands. The pallid bat (Antrozous pallidus pacificus) occurs in arid, low elevation, rocky habitats and they have both physical and behavioral adaptations to desert living. This bat species occurs only east of the Cascades, and covered lands in Washington are in the periphery of this species’ range making it highly unlikely to be found on covered lands. Xxxxxxxx‘s big-eared bat (Corynorhinus townsendii) is a medium-sized insectivorous bat that occupies a broad range of moist and arid habitats. In the west, it is located in pine forest regions. Five subspecies are recognized, with only one (C. t. townsendii) present in Washington. This bat can forage in almost any habitat and is one of the few bat species that forage more often in upland habitats than over water. In Washington, they occur in west side lowland conifer-hardwood forest, montane conifer forest, ponderosa pine forest and woodland, shrub-steppe, riparian habitats, and open fields (Xxxxxxx and Xxxxxxx 1997, Xxxxxxxx and Xxxxxxxx 2005, WDFW 2011). In Oregon, this bat is found throughout the state (ODFW 2012c). Based on its range and habitat preferences, it is highly likely this bat occurs on the covered lands in both states. The Yuma myotis (Myotis yumanensis) has been documented in eastern Klickitat County, and the small-footed myotis (Myotis ciliolabrum) in southwestern Klickitat County near the Columbia River. In Oregon, the Yuma myotis is found throughout the state, while the small-footed myotis inhabits dryer ...
Mammals. The wild mammals observed other than domesticated ones from study area is documented in the 1 Indian field mouse Mus booduga (Xxxx) Abundant V 2 Wild Boar Sus Scrofa Abundant III 3 Five striped Palm squirrel Funambulus pennanti (Wroughton) Common IV 4 Nilgai Boselaphus tragocamelus (Pallas) Abundant III 5 Common Mongoose Herpestes edwardsi (Geoffroy) Common II 6 Jackal Canis aureus(Linnaeus) Common II None of the sighted animal species can be assigned endemic species category of the study area. Wild Life (Protection) Xxx, 0000, amended on 17thJanuary 2003, is an Act to provide for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants and for matters connected therewith or ancillary or incidental thereto with a view to ensuring the ecological and environmental security of the country. Some of the sighted fauna was given protection by the Indian Wild Life (Protection)Act, 1972 by including them in different schedules. None of the reported animals are fall in Schedule I. Among reptile only Indian Cobra (Naja naja) are provided protection as per Schedule-II of Wild life protection act, (1972) which was reported in the study area. Among mammals; Common Mongoose (Herpestes edwardsi) and Jackal (Canis aureus (Linnaeus) are schedule –II animals. Nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus) is protected as Schedule-III animal as per Wild Life Protection act 1972.
Mammals. Pallid bat (Antrozous pallidus) FSS, CSSC Open habitats, rocky crevices, tree cavities, mines, No effect Species and key habitat characteristics not impacted by Appendix A. Forest Service Sensitive Animal Species in Sequoia National Forest (List Updated 6/30/2013) Species Status Habitat Effects Determination Rationale caves, or buildings for maternity roosts. Deep crevices are important for day roosts. the proposed action. No potential roost sites would be affected. Townsend's big eared bat (Corynorhinus townsendii townsendii) FSS, CSSC Nocturnal, roosts in caves, uses wide variety of habitats although usually mesic areas for foraging. No effect May forage near the project area. Species and key habitat characteristics not impacted by the proposed action. No potential roost sites would be affected. Fringed myotis (Myotis thysanodes) FSS Optimal habitats are pinyon-juniper, valley foothill hardwood, and hardwood-conifer habitats, but it is found in a wide variety of habitats. Roosts in caves, mines, buildings, crevices in rocks, and snags. No effect Species and key habitat characteristics not impacted by the proposed action. No potential roost sites would be affected. California wolverine (Gulo gulo luteus) FSS, ST, SP Remote habitats, sensitive to human presence. 4000’ to 13,000’ mixed habitats No effect No verified detections in the area for 50+ years. Unlikely to be found near project area due to human disturbance. Sierra marten (Martes caurina sierrae) FSS, CSSC Dense forest (>30% canopy cover), high number of large snags and down logs, close proximity to dense riparian corridors for movement, and an interspersion of small (<1 acre) openings with good ground cover for foraging. Potential occupied elevation 4,000-13,000 ft. may affect individuals, but is not likely to result in a trend toward Federal listing or loss of viability See analysis and effects determination above. Fisher (Pekania pennanti) FSS, SPT Dense forest (>40% canopy cover). high number of large may affect individuals, but are not likely to See analysis and effects determination above.
Mammals black-tailed prairie dog (Cynomys ludovicianus) – Federal Candidate, State Special Concern • swift fox (Vulpes velox) — on and off Federal Candidate list; State Special Concern • Bald Eagle — Federally listed - Threatened, State listed - Threatened • Lesser Prairie Chicken (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus)— Federal Candidate, State listed-Threatened • Western Snowy Plover (Charadrius alexandrinus nivosus)—State Special Concern • Mountain Plover (Charadrius montanus) — Federally proposed – Threatened; State Special Concern • long-billed curlew (Numenius americanus) — State Special Concern • XxXxxx’x longspur (Calcarius mccownii) • Xxxxxx’x sparrow (Aimophila cassinii) • xxxx xxxxxxx (Calamospiza melanocorys) — State bird • loggerhead shrike (Xxxxxx ludovicianus) — USFWS Nongame Bird Species • burrowing owl (Athene cunicular) — State listed - Threatened • piping plover (Charadrius melodus) — Federally listed - Threatened • interior least tern (Sterna antillarum) — Federally listed - Endangered • northern cricket frog (Acris crepitans) — State Special Concern • northern leopard frog (Rana pipiens) — State Special Concern • Texas horned lizard (Phrynosoma cornutum) — State Special Concern • massassauga (Sistrurus catenatus) — State Special Concern • western box turtle (Terrapene ornata) • Arkansas River feverfew (Bolophyta tetraneuris) • Pueblo goldenweed (Oonopsis puebloensis) • golden blazing star (Nuttallia chrysantha) • round-leaf four-o’clock (Oxybaphus rotundifolius) • Colorado butterfly plant (Gaura neomexicana ssp. coloradensis) — Federally listed - Threatened • Arkansas Valley evening primrose (Oenothera harringtonii)
Mammals. Mammals with historical distributions that include the survey area amount to 54 species (Xxxxxxxxx & Xxxx, 2004), which includes one RDL species, namely the critically endangered Black rhino (Arid ecotype) Diceros bicornis bicornis. It is, however, not viable to consider this species when assessing the impact of the pipeline construction activities. There are a further six species that are classified as near threatened, which include various bat species recorded from the region. These species are particularly dependent on cave structures for roosting and breeding purposes – a habitat unit not associated with the proposed development area. Only one species, the Honey badger (Mellivora capensis) that also occurs within the area could be at risk. This species is a highly opportunistic and tenacious species that readily raid cultivated bee hives, chicken coops, and has been known to prey on small livestock. It is therefore a species that is actively persecuted and has, as a consequence, suffered a decline in numbers. Further than this, three species are classified as data deficient. These include small mammalian species (shrews and rodents) that are known to have a tolerance to a broad habitat range and condition. The remainder of the species are classified as least concern. The full list of species is presented in Appendix A, Table 11Table 11Table 11. Mammalian species observed during the field survey were limited to one Cape fox (Vulpes chama) which had been killed by a vehicle on the servitude roadway, and the xxxxx of both W ater mongoose (Atilax paludinosus) and Cape clawless otter (Aonyx capensis) that were observed in the mud along the edge of the river. Species that had been confined to fenced areas included Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) and Impala (Aepyceros melampus). These species are therefore also of limited relevance to the survey.
Mammals. Domesticated mammal species are reported from buffer zone during the field survey. Common grazing animals like Cow, Goat and Buffalo etc. are noticed in the buffer zone. 1 Herpestesedwardsi Nurulia, Noria Schedule II 2 Funambuluspenanti Khiskoli Schedule IV 3 Rattusrattus Rat Schedule V 4 Musmusculus Mouse Schedule V 5 Chiroptera Bat Schedule V 1 Bubalusbubalis Buffalo 2 Bostaurus Cow 3 Xxxxx aegagrushircus Goat 4 Canis lupus familiaris Dog 1 Eudynamysscolopacea Asian koel Koyal LC R 2 Saxicoloidesfulicata Indian xxxxx Deoli LC R 3 Cinnyrisasiaticus Purple sunbird Phulchakli LC R 4 Motacillaflava Yellow wagtail Matanopilakya LC R 5 Aethopygasiparaja Crimson sunbird - LC R 1 Eudynamysscolopacea Asian koel Koyal LC R 3 Cinnyrisasiaticus Purple sunbird Phulchakli LC R 4 Motacillaflava Yellow wagtail Matanopilakya LC R 5 Aethopygasiparaja Crimson sunbird - LC R 1 Calotesversicolor Oriental garden lizard Not listed 2 Calotesrouxi Roux's forest lizard Not listed 3 Sitanaponticeriana Fan-throated lizard Not listed 4 Chamaeleozeylanicus Indian chameleon Not listed 5 Najanaja Indian cobra Schedule II (Source: Primary Survey and Forest Department, Bharuch District)
Mammals. Mink surveys will be conducted to assess the population and determine whether it is similar to mink populations in the non-AOC portions of the Sheboygan River with similar habitat. If mink numbers are low in the AOC, an assessment will occur to determine if the causes are related to contamination, in which case more information will be needed, or some other non-AOC related problems.
