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Threatened, Endangered, Sensitive and Management Indicator Species During habitat and wildlife surveys no Threatened or Endangered Species were observed. The only Sensitive Species observed was the Olive-sided flycatcher. MIS observed or for which evidence of their presence was noted included the red-naped sapsucker and elk. Raptors There is suitable raptor nesting habitat (especially for accipiters) within a 1/4 I mile radius of the site. During the surveys an active sharp-shinned hawk nest was located. This nest is about 200 feet from the Deep Creek Road ' (FDR711) and immediately adjacent to an existing access road that will be upgraded to access the drill site. This nest is located a few hundred feet from the proposed drill site. In addition to the active nest there are three inactive accipiters nests in the same immediate area. All nests were located about 40 feet up in aspens. Each was within a few feet of the Deep Creek Road (FDR ' 711). Activities associated with proposed drilling operations would have to occur after young have fledged in July. There should be no construction activities associated with the drilling operations prior to August 1. Bird Survey Both the diversity and density of birds were what would be expected for the habitat types found around the drill site. All species observed are known to commonly utilize these habitat types for nesting and brood rearing. (See Table 1) SUMMARY ^ No federally listed T & E Species are found in the project area. With exception of the Canada lynx, suitable habitat for all listed species is lacking. There is suitable habitat for some Sensitive Species. However, numbers observed are low and habitat is more than adequate to sustain existing ' populations. Loss of a small amount of habitat through exploration activities will not adversely affect these species. 10