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ENDANGERED OR THREATENED SPECIES -The FS is responsible for assuring that the leased land is • <br />examined prior to undertaking any surface-distm~bing activities to determine effects upon any plant or animal species <br />! fisted or proposed for listing as endangered or threatened, or [heir habitats. The findings of this examination may <br />result in some restrictions to the operator's plans or even disallow use and occupancy that would be in violation of <br />the Endangered Species Act of 1973 by detrimentally affecting endangered or dueatened species or their habitats. <br />The lessee/operator may, unless notified by the FS that the examination is not necessary, conduct the examination on <br />the leased lands at his discretion and cost. This examination must be done by or under the supervision of a qualified <br />resource specialist approved by the FS. An acceptable report must be provided to the FS identifying the anticipated <br />effects of a proposed action on endangered or threatened species or their habitats. <br />Signature of Licensee/Permittee/Lessee <br />• <br />Page 14 <br />1r_. <br />