Chapter 4 Habitats
Priority Conservation Action, Examples of Focal Species or Focal Habitats
• Identify long-term monitoring sites and develop monitoring protocols for priority species.
4.5.17.5.3 Research Research topics that facilitate appropriate conservation actions include habitat use and preferences, reproductive behavior, fecundity, population dynamics and genetics, feeding, competition, and food web dynamics. Increased understanding of life histories and status helps determine the vulnerability of priority species to further imperilment in addition to identifying possibilities for improved management and conservation. All studies should provide recommendations for mitigation and restoration. Formal descriptions for known or putative undescribed species, as well as investigations aimed at resolving taxonomic status are needed.
Priority Conservation Action, Examples of Focal Species or Focal Habitats
Triangle Floater V-lip Redhorse • Study habitat use and life-history characteristics of priority species. Least Brook Lamprey Carolina Ladle Crayfish Green Floater • Support taxonomic research for priority species. Cambarus sp. C complex Elliptio sp. Chameleon Lampmussel • Support development of captive propagation techniques for priority species. Bridle Shiner Green Floater Triangle Floater • Support genetics research that informs augmentation policy for priority species. Chameleon Lampmussel Creeper Green Floater Triangle Floater Ironcolor Shiner • Determine impacts of nonnative species on priority species. Red Swamp Crawfish Flathead Catfish Mimic Shiner 4.5.17.5.4 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, and regulation and prevention of, the introduction and spread of exotic or invasive species are vital.
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