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The mouse has been trapped downstream from the project site along the South Platte River <br /> and northwest of the project site at the confluence of the Little and Big Thompson Rivers <br /> within Milliken, Colorado. <br /> If project development will affect potential Preble's meadow jumping mouse habitat, the <br /> proponent will secure necessary clearances and permits from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife <br /> Service prior to disturbance of the potential habitat. <br /> Bald Eagle <br /> Bald eagle nests identified adjacent to the project site have federal and state seasonal and <br /> distance restrictions when the nests are actively occupied by adults and young. The <br /> seasonal restrictions are generally from November through the following July and distance <br /> restrictions vary from 1/4 to '/2 mile from the active nest. Specific seasonal and distance <br /> restrictions are determined on a case by case basis by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. <br /> As operational plans are finalized and the nature of the nests is determined (active or <br /> inactive), the proponent will consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to determine <br /> any project specific distance and/or seasonal restrictions. <br /> Great Horned Owl <br /> Great horned owls are protected under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and as such, <br /> activities that cause disturbance to nesting adults, young, and eggs are prohibited. As the <br /> nest that was observed is located within an industrial business site and adjacent to Colorado <br /> Highway 60, the birds are already habituated to significant human activity. No additional <br /> activities will be undertaken that would cause additional disturbance to the active owl nest. <br /> Burrowing Owls <br /> Burrowing owls(Athene cunicularia),a species of concern in Colorado,occupy abandoned <br /> prairie dog holes on the outskirts of prairie dog colonies. No abandoned prairie dog <br /> colonies were found within the project site,nor was evidence of burrowing owls observed. <br /> Project Effects to Wildlife <br /> The HS Land and Cattle 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 food <br /> species are present. <br /> Exhibit H Page 3 <br />