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colonies were found within the project site, nor was evidence of burrowing owls <br /> observed. <br /> Project Effects to Wildlife <br /> The Red Tierra Equity project site is proposed for aggregate material extraction and <br /> shipment to end users from the project site. <br /> Noise and air emissions during mining will cause a temporary disturbance to wildlife. <br /> Species such as raccoons, coyotes, deer, and raptors will continue to use the riparian <br /> corridor during mining operations and the site itself when operations are not active. Bird <br /> species will use the periphery of the site and the site itself opportunistically, if prey or <br /> food species are present. <br /> The proposed project will extract aggregate and leave more varied topography within the <br /> site. Permanent reclamation of the site will entail grading, respreading topsoil, and <br /> seeding and planting perennial species that will support wildlife. The mining and <br /> reclamation will create a more diverse habitat than is currently present. Any areas of <br /> open water will sustain additional species of reptiles and amphibians as well as <br /> shorebirds and waterfowl. The addition of any water will create fringe environments <br /> favorable to predatory mammals and raptors, as well as food and water sources for <br /> herbivores. With the planting of additional trees and shrubs, additional strata and <br /> vegetation layers will be added to the site, creating improved cover, foraging, roosting, <br /> and nesting areas for wildlife. <br /> Exhibit H Page 3 <br />