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EXHIBIT H <br />WILDLIFE INFORMATION <br />The majority of the Fairplay Au Pit has been disturbed for almost 100 years, with mining activity <br />taking place in the early 20,h century. The primary potential wildlife impact for the Fairplay Au Pit <br />will continue to be the disruption of habitat caused by the original dredge mining. <br />1. Significant Wildlife Resources on the Affected Lands <br />The mine site and the surrounding country side is habitat for elk, deer, moose, black bear, and <br />mountain lion. <br />2. Significant Non -Game Resources on the Affected Lands <br />Gunnison prairie dog, squirrel, otter and other small animals are found in the vicinity, with no <br />documented occurrence onsite. <br />3. Seasonal Use of Affected Lands <br />The winter range of deer and elk is documented around the project area. <br />4. Presence and Estimated Population of Threatened or Endangered Species <br />No threatened or endangered species are in, or use the project area according to CAW data. <br />S. Fish Resources <br />Trout, chub, and other fish can be found in the Platte River, but no fish resources will be affected <br />by the mining operation. <br />6. General Effects of the Operation on the Existing Wildlife <br />The primary effect on wildlife of the operation will be the presence of large equipment and the <br />active excavation pit. <br />Fairplay Ate Pit March 2017 W-1 c^K tz.,ick,.d Ammdaus. PLLc <br />