Golden Eagle Breeding Survey Recommendations in Nevada

Golden Eagle Breeding Survey Recommendations in Nevada
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This document has been developed by the USFWS Pacific Southwest Region Migratory Bird Program to provide interim technical assistance relating to developing golden eagle survey plans for development projects. Our recommendations are meant to cover various activities and industrial development projects across Nevada. This document provides a general framework to build upon, however please engage with appropriate local federal, state, and local agency staff for additional guidance.

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The Migratory Bird Program works with partners to protect, restore and conserve bird populations and their habitats for the benefit of future generations by: ensuring long-term ecological sustainability of all migratory bird populations, increasing socioeconomic benefits derived from birds,...
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Forty years ago, our national symbol, the bald eagle, was in danger of extinction throughout most of its range. Habitat destruction and degradation, illegal shooting, and the contamination of its food source, largely as a consequence of DDT, decimated the eagle population. Habitat protection...
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