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EXHIBIT H WILDLIFE INFORMATION <br /> 1 . Significant Game Resources on Affected Lands <br /> Elk make some use of the site throughout the year. Mule deer habitat is concentrated on and <br /> around the site, mostly to the west. <br /> 2. Significant Non-Game Resources on Affected Lands <br /> Small mammals such as rabbits, squirrels, and other rodents inhabit the area. Fox and coyote <br /> will probably be the most critical non-game resource in the area. Black bear and mountain lions <br /> range through the area. With little ground cover and water, the value of the site is low for <br /> mammals. <br /> 3. Seasonal Use of Affected Lands <br /> No important seasonal use exists. <br /> 4. Presence and Estimated Population of Threatened or <br /> Endangered Species in the Area. <br /> Bald eagles hunt in the general area, and their nest is located to the south of Norwood, CO. <br /> 5. Fish Resources <br /> There is no perennial aquatic habitat onsite to support any fish populations. <br /> 6. General Effects of the Operation on the Existing Wildlife of the <br /> Area <br /> Gravel extraction and crushing activities will create some disturbance to animals near the site. <br /> However, resident wildlife will generally become habituated to these activities as mining <br /> operations have been active in the immediate area since the 1980s. Migrating animals will likely <br /> avoid the site, but the proposed pit does not block any known migratory routes, and wildlife <br /> should be able to move through the area unimpeded. Due to the possibility for animal/vehicle <br /> collisions, hauling activities will probably pose the biggest threat to wildlife. Haul trucks should <br /> keep to posted speeds and drivers need to remain aware of the potential for collisions. <br /> Skelton Pit <br /> January 2022 H-I Lewicki 81 Associates <br />