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Peter O' Connor <br /> July 6, 1987 <br /> Page 3 <br /> Large Mammals. Studies will consist of general <br /> reconnaisance, interviews with local conservation officers <br /> and residents, and a literature search to document species <br /> of potential occurrence, heavy-use areas, and hunter <br /> exploitation. A Black-footed Ferret survey will be <br /> conducted because of the presence of prairie dog colonies in <br /> the study area. <br /> Fishes. Studies will consist of general reconnaisance of <br /> ponds and streams. <br /> Peabody tentatively plans to submit a Permit Application <br /> Package (PAP) in the late fall of 1987. Consequently, the <br /> spring sampling activities were completed during the last <br /> ten days of May. The methods proposed herein were followed. <br /> A fall sampling effort is scheduled for mid-September. In <br /> addition, a winter survey for raptors will be necessary. <br /> This may necessitate submitting the winter survey results as <br /> a supplement to the PAP should the PAP be submitted prior to <br /> completion of the winter field work. <br /> Peabody believes that the fish and wildlife studies <br /> described herein are sufficient to describe the baseline <br /> conditions in the Nucla East study area. This conclusion is <br /> based upon consideration of the size of the study area, its <br /> location relative to large tracts of natural habitat, the <br /> fragmented nature of the habitat blocks in the study area, <br /> and the prevailing agricultural land use practices which <br /> occur on the majority of the area. Also, greater <br /> quantitative emphasis has been placed on taxa where <br /> potential impacts are perceived to be the greatest (breeding <br /> birds) , protected species (Eagles and Ferrets) , and <br /> economically important species (upland game birds) . <br /> If you have any questions or concerns regarding the studies <br /> that are outlined, do not hesitate to contact Jim Lunan or <br /> me. <br /> Respectfully, <br /> Brian P. Dunfee <br /> Manager <br /> Environmental Studies <br /> bd <br />