The collection of voucher specimens from 79 different small mammal species (51 rodent, 28 bat, and 5 shrew species). Goal is to establish baselines of genetic connectivity within small mammal species for conservation and management decisions in AZ.
Location
Predetermined sites of trapping based on microhabitat and historic collection sites in Galiuros, Dragoons, Chiricahua mountains.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/08/2024
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Research Permit, Arizona Small Mammal Trapping, Forestwide | Decision Signed Date: 04/21/2025 |
| Forests | Coronado National Forest |
| Districts | Coronado National Forest All Units |
| Legal Land Description | T11S R20E S 14 Galiuro T17S R23E S 14 Dragoon T17S R29E S 14 Chiricahua T18S R15E S 14 Santa Rita T12S R15E S 14 Santa Catalina T15S R18E S 14 Rincon T23S R20E S 14 Huachuca |