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or Woody Creek. Gunnison sage-grouse (a candidate species) is also potentially found in the azea <br />although it is more likely to be found in sagebrush communities below 9000 feet in Gunnison <br />County. The habitat both on the site, and in the immediate area, is not considered suitable for this <br />species since it needs lazge tracts of undisturbed area for breeding. With the race track to the <br />south and the various roads in the vicinity, the area is not desirable for the grouse. <br />5. Fish Resources <br />None <br />6. General Effects of the Operation on the Existing Wildlife of the Area <br />The biggest effect on wildlife will likely be on grazing for mule deer and elk during those times <br />of the year when snow covers the higher elevations. Again, this effect is temporary until the mine <br />is reclaimed. <br />Gravel extraction and crushing activities will no doubt create some disturbance to animals neaz <br />the site. However, resident wildlife will generally become habituated to these activities. <br />Migrating animals will probably avoid the site, but the proposed pit does not block any known <br />migratory routes, and wildlife should be able to move through the area unimpeded. Due to the <br />possibility for animal/vehicle collisions, hauling activities will pose a threat to wildlife. Haul <br />trucks should keep to posted speeds and drivers need to remain awaze of the potential for <br />collisions. <br />Vagneur Pit June 07 H-2 <br />