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WILDLIFE INFORMATION EXHIBIT H <br />1. Significant Game Resources on the Affected Lands <br />According to the Colorado Division of Wildlife, the following game species have overall range <br />that runs through the affected lands: <br />1. American Elk <br />2. Mountain Lion <br />3. Mule Deer <br />The property has been fenced for some time in order to contain cattle, it will continue to be <br />fenced throughout mining operations. <br />2. Significant Non -Game Resources on the Affected Lands <br />Fox, coyote, and other small mammals are the most critical non -game resources in the area. <br />However, the best habitat will be farther north, along the Gunnison River. There are no known <br />raptor nests on the permit area or in the vicinity. <br />3. Seasonal Use of Affected Lands <br />No important seasonal use. <br />4. Presence and Estimated Population of Threatened or Endangered species in the area. <br />Gunnison sage grouse have been observed on the site, and the operation is not within 0.6 miles <br />of any leks. While the site is within the sage - grouse habitat and range, the site is not used by <br />broods on the ground and is expected to have minimal impact. See the attached letter at the end <br />of this Exhibit by the Gunnison County Wildlife Conservation Coordinator for more information. <br />Tomichi Pit, December 2013 H -1 <br />