Chapter 4 Habitats
Priority Conservation Action, Examples of Focal Species or Focal Habitats
• Study habitat use and life-history characteristics of SGCN and other priority species. Banded Sunfish Blackbanded Sunfish Ironcolor Shiner Lake Phelps Killifish • Support taxonomic research for SGCN and other priority species. Lake Phelps Killifish • Support development of captive propagation techniques for SGCN and other priority species. Banded Sunfish Blackbanded Sunfish Ironcolor Shiner • Support genetics research that informs augmentation policy for SGCN and other priority species. Banded Sunfish Blackbanded Sunfish Ironcolor Shiner • Determine impacts of nonnative species on SGCN and other priority species. Red Swamp Crawfish • Conduct exploratory surveys to determine if Bridle Shiner occur in watershed. Bridle Shiner 4.5.14.5.4 Management Practices Management practices that reduce impacts and work synergistically with other conservation actions are needed to enhance the resilience of natural resources. Particular needs include preserving biodiversity, protecting native populations and their habitats, and improving degraded habitats. In addition, education about, regulation and prevention of the introduction and spread of exotic or invasive species are vital. Priority Conservation Action, Examples of Focal Species or Focal Habitats • Support efforts to restore the native aquatic community (e.g., reintroduction or augmentation).
• Support acquisition of land that is adjacent to current conservation holdings or priority watersheds.
• Support other regulatory agencies to minimize impacts on species and habitats.
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