Decision Memo Completed

Research Permit: Effects of Wildfire on Montane Rattlesnakes

Coronado National Forest Hidalgo, New Mexico Coronado National Forest All Units

New research permit assessing the acute effects of wildfire on Montane Rattlesnakes in the Peloncillo Mountains. This information will be used to inform future management actions such as prescribed fire.

Location

Focusing on the burn scar from the 2019 Miller Fire in the Peloncillo Mountains

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/01/2020
2
Decision
05/2020 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2020 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Research Permit: Effects of Wildfire on Montane RattlesnakesDecision Signed Date: 05/18/2020
ForestsCoronado National Forest
DistrictsDouglas Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management