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new lek (Seneca II-W 2 lek) within reclamation in N W'/< NW'/a Section 23, TSN, R88 W. The <br />Seneca II-W 21ek is located approximately 0.6 mile northeast of the Seneca II-W lek, and may be • <br />a satellite location to the original lek site. <br />Both known leks and one potential lek site were checked for activity on 27 April 2006 <br />within approximately one hour of sunrise. During the survey, a biologist walked to a vantage <br />point near each lek to count all birds present. If vegetation or topography prevented a complete <br />count from a distance, the biologist walked out to the lek and flushed the birds for a final count. <br />Searches for new leks on the Seneca II-W permit area were conducted from one-half hour <br />before to one hour after sunrise, also on 27 Apri12006. Two biologists seazched for displaying <br />grouse while slowly driving or walking within the permit area. Frequent stops were made at <br />vantage points to scan and listen for birds. <br />GOLDEN EAGLE NEST MONITORING <br />Known golden eagle nests near the permit area were checked for activity on 27 April <br />2006. Biologists observed the nests through a spotting scope from within a strategically pazked <br />vehicle. Nests were watched until their status (active or inactive) could be determined. • <br />SANDHILL CRANES <br />In 2006, biologists searched for sandhill cranes by walking and driving through portions <br />of the survey area where potential nesting habitat (i.e., marshes, reservoirs, and moist drainages) <br />exists. Biologists also watched and listened for crane activity while conducting other surveys <br />and traveling in the area. <br />C~ <br />2006 Seneca II-W Mine Wildlife Monitoring Page 3 <br />