The USGS has been studying known areas occupied by toads since 1998 and investigating new localities. USGS will inspect all known areas occupied by toads to identify threats and stressors and in particular identify initial Management actions for implementation. Additionally disease screening and genetic samples will be collected at all sites where toads are detected for future analysis. USGS will hold a workshop for land managers to train them how to implement appropriate management during the breeding and tadpole presence period.
County: San Diego
Project type: Monitoring
Target species: Arroyo toad
Target vegetation: riparian forest & scrub
Data steward: Chris Brown
Investigator: Robert N. Fisher
Main implementing entity: U.S. Geological Survey
Partner: City of San Diego, Public Utilities Department Watershed and Resource Protection Team; County of San Diego, Department of Parks and Recreation; U.S. Forest Service Cleveland National Forest
Point of contact: Robert N. Fisher
Study lead: Cheryl Brehme; Tritia Matsuda; Chris Brown; Denise Clark
Budget year: FY15-16; Work plan objectives number: 1.2