Type: report

Article abstract: To provide a baseline evaluation of biological resources, the following studies are being conducted by ICF Jones & stokes, in addition to general, qualitative evaluation of each of the Preserve properties: (1) pitfall trap arrays to sample amphibians, reptiles, and small mammals, (2) focused surveys for Hermes Copper, (3) avian point counts, (4) nocturnal bird surveys, (5) acoustic sampling and roost surveys for bats, (6) a track and sign survey for medium-to-large mammals, and (7) a camera station survey for medium-to-large mammals. In addition, the following surveys were previously conducted and the data was or will be provided to ICF Jones & stokes by the County: (1) 2001 general reconnaissance surveys, vegetation mapping, avian point counts, and coastal California gnatcatcher spot mapping conducted on the central and western properties and (2) spring and summer 2007 vegetation mapping and rare plant surveys conducted on the western, central, and eastern properties.