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Translocation Model for the California Ground Squirrel (Otospermophilus beecheyi) to Facilitate California Grassland Ecosystem Recovery

Type: report

Article abstract: We developed this CAGS translocation model as part of a long-term adaptive management conservation program designed to develop new approaches to assist in the recovery of western burrowing owls and their grassland ecosystem in San Diego County. Translocations occurred 2011-2013 and included a total of 703 squirrels. Squirrel activity and/or survival was monitored for up to four years post-release allowing us to assess population viability of release colonies.

Authors: Shier, Debra M.; Montagne, J.P.; Hennessy, Sarah; Wisinski, Colleen; Nordstrom, Lisa A.; Swaisgood, Ronald R.;

Month: March

Year: 2016

Publisher: San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research

Prepared by: San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research;

Keywords: California ground squirrel; ground squirrel; translocation;

Species: California ground squirrel

Vegetation communities: grassland

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