IPaC Information for Planning and Consultation U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
IPaC resource list
This report is an automatically generated list of species and other resources such as critical habitat (collectively referred to as trust resources) under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) jurisdiction that are known or expected to be on or near the project area referenced below. The list may also include trust resources that occur outside of the project area, but that could potentially be directly or indirectly affected by activities in the project area. However, determining the likelihood and extent of effects a project may have on trust resources typically requires gathering additional site-specific (e.g., vegetation/species surveys) and project-specific (e.g., magnitude and timing of proposed activities) information.
Below is a summary of the project information you provided and contact information for the USFWS office(s) with jurisdiction in the defined project area. Please read the introduction to each section that follows (Endangered Species, Migratory Birds, USFWS Facilities, and NWI Wetlands) for additional information applicable to the trust resources addressed in that section.
Location Arizona and New Mexico
Local offices
Arizona Ecological Services Field Office
(602) 242-0210 (602) 242-2513
9828 North 31st Ave #c3 Phoenix, AZ 85051-2517
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/arizona/ http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/EndangeredSpecies_Main.html New Mexico Ecological Services Field Office
(505) 346-2525 (505) 346-2542
2105 Osuna Road Ne Albuquerque, NM 87113-1001
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/NewMexico/ http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/ES_Lists_Main2.html Endangered species
This resource list is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an analysis of project level impacts.
The primary information used to generate this list is the known or expected range of each species. Additional areas of influence (AOI) for species are also considered. An AOI includes areas outside of the species range if the species could be indirectly affected by activities in that area (e.g., placing a dam upstream of a fish population, even if that fish does not occur at the dam site, may indirectly impact the species by reducing or eliminating water flow downstream). Because species can move, and site conditions can change, the species on this list are not guaranteed to be found on or near the project area. To fully determine any potential effects to species, additional site-specific and project- specific information is often required.
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary information whether any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of such proposed action" for any project that is conducted, permitted, funded, or licensed by any Federal agency. A letter from the local office and a species list which fulfills this requirement can only be obtained by requesting an official species list from either the Regulatory Review section in IPaC (see directions below) or from the local field office directly.
For project evaluations that require USFWS concurrence/review, please return to the IPaC website and request an official species list by doing the following:
1. Draw the project location and click CONTINUE. 2. Click DEFINE PROJECT. 3. Log in (if directed to do so). 4. Provide a name and description for your project. 5. Click REQUEST SPECIES LIST.
Listed species
1 and their critical habitats are managed by the Ecological Services Program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the fisheries division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA Fisheries 2 ).
Species and critical habitats under the sole responsibility of NOAA Fisheries are not shown on this list. Please contact NOAA Fisheries for species under their jurisdiction.
1. Species listed under the Endangered Species Act are threatened or endangered; IPaC also shows species that are candidates, or proposed, for listing. See the listing status page for more information. 2. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce.
The following species are potentially affected by activities in this location: Mammals NAME STATUS
Gray Wolf Canis lupus PEXPN Mexican gray wolf, EXPN population No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Gray Wolf Canis lupus Proposed Endangered Southwestern Distinct Population Segment No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Jaguar Panthera onca Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3944
Mexican Long-nosed Bat Leptonycteris nivalis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8203
Mexican Wolf Canis lupus baileyi EXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3916
New Mexico Meadow Jumping Mouse Zapus hudsonius luteus Endangered This species only needs to be considered if the following condition applies: • If project affects dense herbaceous riparian vegetation along waterways (stream, seep, canal/ditch).
There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7965
Birds NAME STATUS
Least Tern Sterna antillarum Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8505
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8196 Northern Aplomado Falcon Falco femoralis septentrionalis EXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1923
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911
Reptiles NAME STATUS
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/2204
New Mexican Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake Crotalus willardi Threatened obscurus There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3657
Northern Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7655
Amphibians NAME STATUS
Chiricahua Leopard Frog Rana chiricahuensis Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1516 Fishes NAME STATUS
Beautiful Shiner Cyprinella formosa Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7874
Chihuahua Chub Gila nigrescens Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7156
Gila Chub Gila intermedia Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/51
Gila Topminnow (incl. Yaqui) Poeciliopsis occidentalis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1116
Gila Trout Oncorhynchus gilae Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/781
Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6922
Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/530
Spikedace Meda fulgida Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6493
Woundfin Plagopterus argentissimus EXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/49
Flowering Plants NAME STATUS
Zuni Fleabane Erigeron rhizomatus Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/5700
Critical habitats
Potential effects to critical habitat(s) in this location must be analyzed along with the endangered species themselves.
This location overlaps the critical habitat for the following species:
NAME TYPE
Gila Chub Gila intermedia Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/51#crithab
Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6922#crithab
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8196#crithab
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/2204#crithab
Northern Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7655#crithab
Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/530#crithab
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749#crithab
Spikedace Meda fulgida Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6493#crithab
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911#crithab
Migratory birds
Certain birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act 1 and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act2 .
Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to migratory birds, eagles, and their habitats should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described below.
1. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918. 2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940.
Additional information can be found using the following links:
• Birds of Conservation Concern http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/ birds-of-conservation-concern.php • Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/ conservation-measures.php • Nationwide conservation measures for birds
The birds listed below are birds of particular concern either because they occur on the USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) list or warrant special attention in your project location. To learn more about the levels of concern for birds on your list and how this list is generated, see the FAQ below. This is not a list of every bird you may find in this location, nor a guarantee that every bird on this list will be found in your project area. To see exact locations of where birders and the general public have sighted birds in and around your project area, visit the E-bird data mapping tool (Tip: enter your location, desired date range and a species on your list). For projects that occur off the Atlantic Coast, additional maps and models detailing the relative occurrence and abundance of bird species on your list are available. Links to additional information about Atlantic Coast birds, and other important information about your migratory bird list, including how to properly interpret and use your migratory bird report, can be found below.
For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to migratory birds on your list, click on the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY at the top of your list to see when these birds are most likely to be present and breeding in your project area. NAME BREEDING SEASON (IF A BREEDING SEASON IS INDICATED FOR A BIRD ON YOUR LIST, THE BIRD MAY BREED IN YOUR PROJECT AREA SOMETIME WITHIN THE TIMEFRAME SPECIFIED, WHICH IS A VERY LIBERAL ESTIMATE OF THE DATES INSIDE WHICH THE BIRD BREEDS ACROSS ITS ENTIRE RANGE. "BREEDS ELSEWHERE" INDICATES THAT THE BIRD DOES NOT LIKELY BREED IN YOUR PROJECT AREA.)
Arizona Woodpecker Picoides arizonae Breeds Apr 10 to Jun 30 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska.
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Breeds Oct 15 to Jul 31 This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626
Black Throated Sparrow Amphispiza bilineata Breeds Mar 15 to Sep 5 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Black-chinned Sparrow Spizella atrogularis Breeds Apr 15 to Jul 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9447
Black-throated Gray Warbler Dendroica nigrescens Breeds May 1 to Jul 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Chestnut-collared Longspur Calcarius ornatus Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska.
Common Black-hawk Buteogallus anthracinus Breeds Apr 1 to Sep 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA Elf Owl Micrathene whitneyi Breeds May 1 to Jul 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9085
Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos Breeds Jan 1 to Aug 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1680
Grace's Warbler Dendroica graciae Breeds May 20 to Jul 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Lark Bunting Calamospiza melanocorys Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Phainopepla phainopepla nitens Breeds Mar 1 to Aug 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1372
Pinyon Jay Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus Breeds Feb 15 to Jul 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9420
Red-faced Warbler Cardellina rubrifrons Breeds May 10 to Jul 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Rufous Hummingbird selasphorus rufus Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8002
Rufous-winged Sparrow Aimophila carpalis Breeds Jun 15 to Sep 30 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska.
Virginia's Warbler Vermivora virginiae Breeds May 1 to Jul 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9441
Tell me more about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds. Nationwide Conservation Measures describes measures that can help avoid and minimize impacts to all birds at any location year round. Implementation of these measures is particularly important when birds are most likely to occur in the project area. When birds may be breeding in the area, identifying the locations of any active nests and avoiding their destruction is a very helpful impact minimization measure. To see when birds are most likely to occur and be breeding in your project area, view the Probability of Presence Summary. Additional measures and/or permits may be advisable depending on the type of activity you are conducting and the type of infrastructure or bird species present on your project site.
What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) and other species that may warrant special attention in your project location.
The migratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets and is queried and filtered to return a list of those birds reported as occurring in the 10km grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identified as warranting special attention because they are a BCC species in that area, an eagle (Eagle Act requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to offshore activities or development.
Again, the Migratory Bird Resource list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your project area. It is not representative of all birds that may occur in your project area. To get a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the AKN Phenology Tool.
What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs for the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location?
The probability of presence graphs associated with your migratory bird list are based on data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). This data is derived from a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets .
Probability of presence data is continuously being updated as new and better information becomes available. To learn more about how the probability of presence graphs are produced and how to interpret them, go the Probability of Presence Summary and then click on the "Tell me about these graphs" link.
How do I know if a bird is breeding, wintering, migrating or present year-round in my project area?
To see what part of a particular bird's range your project area falls within (i.e. breeding, wintering, migrating or year- round), you may refer to the following resources: The Cornell Lab of Ornithology All About Birds Bird Guide, or (if you are unsuccessful in locating the bird of interest there), the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Neotropical Birds guide. If a bird on your migratory bird species list has a breeding season associated with it, if that bird does occur in your project area, there may be nests present at some point within the timeframe specified. If "Breeds elsewhere" is indicated, then the bird likely does not breed in your project area.
What are the levels of concern for migratory birds?
Migratory birds delivered through IPaC fall into the following distinct categories of concern:
1. "BCC Rangewide" birds are Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) that are of concern throughout their range anywhere within the USA (including Hawaii, the Pacific Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands); 2. "BCC - BCR" birds are BCCs that are of concern only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA; and 3. "Non-BCC - Vulnerable" birds are not BCC species in your project area, but appear on your list either because of the Eagle Act requirements (for eagles) or (for non-eagles) potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities (e.g. offshore energy development or longline fishing). Although it is important to try to avoid and minimize impacts to all birds, efforts should be made, in particular, to avoid and minimize impacts to the birds on this list, especially eagles and BCC species of rangewide concern. For more information on conservation measures you can implement to help avoid and minimize migratory bird impacts and requirements for eagles, please see the FAQs for these topics.
Details about birds that are potentially affected by offshore projects
For additional details about the relative occurrence and abundance of both individual bird species and groups of bird species within your project area off the Atlantic Coast, please visit the Northeast Ocean Data Portal. The Portal also offers data and information about other taxa besides birds that may be helpful to you in your project review. Alternately, you may download the bird model results files underlying the portal maps through the NOAA NCCOS Integrative Statistical Modeling and Predictive Mapping of Marine Bird Distributions and Abundance on the Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf project webpage.
Bird tracking data can also provide additional details about occurrence and habitat use throughout the year, including migration. Models relying on survey data may not include this information. For additional information on marine bird tracking data, see the Diving Bird Study and the nanotag studies or contact Caleb Spiegel or Pam Loring.
What if I have eagles on my list?
If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtain a permit to avoid violating the Eagle Act should such impacts occur.
Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report
The migratory bird list generated is not a list of all birds in your project area, only a subset of birds of priority concern. To learn more about how your list is generated, and see options for identifying what other birds may be in your project area, please see the FAQ “What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location”. Please be aware this report provides the “probability of presence” of birds within the 10 km grid cell(s) that overlap your project; not your exact project footprint. On the graphs provided, please also look carefully at the survey effort (indicated by the black vertical bar) and for the existence of the “no data” indicator (a red horizontal bar). A high survey effort is the key component. If the survey effort is high, then the probability of presence score can be viewed as more dependable. In contrast, a low survey effort bar or no data bar means a lack of data and, therefore, a lack of certainty about presence of the species. This list is not perfect; it is simply a starting point for identifying what birds of concern have the potential to be in your project area, when they might be there, and if they might be breeding (which means nests might be present). The list helps you know what to look for to confirm presence, and helps guide you in knowing when to implement conservation measures to avoid or minimize potential impacts from your project activities, should presence be confirmed. To learn more about conservation measures, visit the FAQ “Tell me about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds” at the bottom of your migratory bird trust resources page.
Facilities
National Wildlife Refuge lands
Any activity proposed on lands managed by the National Wildlife Refuge system must undergo a 'Compatibility Determination' conducted by the Refuge. Please contact the individual Refuges to discuss any questions or concerns.
THERE ARE NO REFUGE LANDS AT THIS LOCATION. Fish hatcheries
THERE ARE NO FISH HATCHERIES AT THIS LOCATION.
Wetlands in the National Wetlands Inventory
Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, or other State/Federal statutes.
For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District.
WETLAND INFORMATION IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME This can happen when the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map service is unavailable, or for very large projects that intersect many wetland areas. Try again, or visit the NWI map to view wetlands at this location.
Data limitations
The Service's objective of mapping wetlands and deepwater habitats is to produce reconnaissance level information on the location, type and size of these resources. The maps are prepared from the analysis of high altitude imagery. Wetlands are identified based on vegetation, visible hydrology and geography. A margin of error is inherent in the use of imagery; thus, detailed on-the-ground inspection of any particular site may result in revision of the wetland boundaries or classification established through image analysis.
The accuracy of image interpretation depends on the quality of the imagery, the experience of the image analysts, the amount and quality of the collateral data and the amount of ground truth verification work conducted. Metadata should be consulted to determine the date of the source imagery used and any mapping problems.
Wetlands or other mapped features may have changed since the date of the imagery or field work. There may be occasional differences in polygon boundaries or classifications between the information depicted on the map and the actual conditions on site.
Data exclusions
Certain wetland habitats are excluded from the National mapping program because of the limitations of aerial imagery as the primary data source used to detect wetlands. These habitats include seagrasses or submerged aquatic vegetation that are found in the intertidal and subtidal zones of estuaries and nearshore coastal waters. Some deepwater reef communities (coral or tuberficid worm reefs) have also been excluded from the inventory. These habitats, because of their depth, go undetected by aerial imagery.
Data precautions
Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over wetlands may define and describe wetlands in a different manner than that used in this inventory. There is no attempt, in either the design or products of this inventory, to define the limits of proprietary jurisdiction of any Federal, state, or local government or to establish the geographical scope of the regulatory programs of government agencies. Persons intending to engage in activities involving modifications within or adjacent to wetland areas should seek the advice of appropriate federal, state, or local agencies concerning specified agency regulatory programs and proprietary jurisdictions that may affect such activities. IPaC Information for Planning and Consultation U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
IPaC resource list
This report is an automatically generated list of species and other resources such as critical habitat (collectively referred to as trust resources) under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) jurisdiction that are known or expected to be on or near the project area referenced below. The list may also include trust resources that occur outside of the project area, but that could potentially be directly or indirectly affected by activities in the project area. However, determining the likelihood and extent of effects a project may have on trust resources typically requires gathering additional site-specific (e.g., vegetation/species surveys) and project-specific (e.g., magnitude and timing of proposed activities) information.
Below is a summary of the project information you provided and contact information for the USFWS office(s) with jurisdiction in the defined project area. Please read the introduction to each section that follows (Endangered Species, Migratory Birds, USFWS Facilities, and NWI Wetlands) for additional information applicable to the trust resources addressed in that section.
Location Arizona and New Mexico
Local offices
Arizona Ecological Services Field Office
(602) 242-0210 (602) 242-2513
9828 North 31st Ave #c3 Phoenix, AZ 85051-2517
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/arizona/ http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/EndangeredSpecies_Main.html New Mexico Ecological Services Field Office
(505) 346-2525 (505) 346-2542
2105 Osuna Road Ne Albuquerque, NM 87113-1001
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/NewMexico/ http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/ES_Lists_Main2.html Endangered species
This resource list is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an analysis of project level impacts.
The primary information used to generate this list is the known or expected range of each species. Additional areas of influence (AOI) for species are also considered. An AOI includes areas outside of the species range if the species could be indirectly affected by activities in that area (e.g., placing a dam upstream of a fish population, even if that fish does not occur at the dam site, may indirectly impact the species by reducing or eliminating water flow downstream). Because species can move, and site conditions can change, the species on this list are not guaranteed to be found on or near the project area. To fully determine any potential effects to species, additional site-specific and project- specific information is often required.
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary information whether any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of such proposed action" for any project that is conducted, permitted, funded, or licensed by any Federal agency. A letter from the local office and a species list which fulfills this requirement can only be obtained by requesting an official species list from either the Regulatory Review section in IPaC (see directions below) or from the local field office directly.
For project evaluations that require USFWS concurrence/review, please return to the IPaC website and request an official species list by doing the following:
1. Draw the project location and click CONTINUE. 2. Click DEFINE PROJECT. 3. Log in (if directed to do so). 4. Provide a name and description for your project. 5. Click REQUEST SPECIES LIST.
Listed species
1 and their critical habitats are managed by the Ecological Services Program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the fisheries division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA Fisheries 2 ).
Species and critical habitats under the sole responsibility of NOAA Fisheries are not shown on this list. Please contact NOAA Fisheries for species under their jurisdiction.
1. Species listed under the Endangered Species Act are threatened or endangered; IPaC also shows species that are candidates, or proposed, for listing. See the listing status page for more information. 2. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce.
The following species are potentially affected by activities in this location: Mammals NAME STATUS
Gray Wolf Canis lupus PEXPN Mexican gray wolf, EXPN population No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Gray Wolf Canis lupus Proposed Endangered Southwestern Distinct Population Segment No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Mexican Long-nosed Bat Leptonycteris nivalis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8203
Mexican Wolf Canis lupus baileyi EXPN U.S.A. (portions of AZ and NM)see 17.84(k) No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3916
Mexican Wolf Canis lupus baileyi Endangered Wherever found, except where listed as an experimental population No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3916
New Mexico Meadow Jumping Mouse Zapus hudsonius luteus Endangered This species only needs to be considered if the following condition applies: • If project affects dense herbaceous riparian vegetation along waterways (stream, seep, canal/ditch).
There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7965
Birds NAME STATUS
Least Tern Sterna antillarum Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8505
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8196 Northern Aplomado Falcon Falco femoralis septentrionalis EXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1923
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911
Reptiles NAME STATUS
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/2204
Northern Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7655
Amphibians NAME STATUS
Chiricahua Leopard Frog Rana chiricahuensis Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1516
Fishes NAME STATUS
Beautiful Shiner Cyprinella formosa Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7874 Chihuahua Chub Gila nigrescens Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7156
Gila Chub Gila intermedia Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/51
Gila Topminnow (incl. Yaqui) Poeciliopsis occidentalis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1116
Gila Trout Oncorhynchus gilae Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/781
Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6922
Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/530
Spikedace Meda fulgida Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6493
Woundfin Plagopterus argentissimus EXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/49
Flowering Plants NAME STATUS
Zuni Fleabane Erigeron rhizomatus Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/5700 Critical habitats
Potential effects to critical habitat(s) in this location must be analyzed along with the endangered species themselves.
This location overlaps the critical habitat for the following species:
NAME TYPE
Gila Chub Gila intermedia Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/51#crithab
Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6922#crithab
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8196#crithab
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/2204#crithab
Northern Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7655#crithab
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749#crithab
Spikedace Meda fulgida Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6493#crithab
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911#crithab
Migratory birds
Certain birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
1 and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act2 .
Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to migratory birds, eagles, and their habitats should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described below.
1. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918. 2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940. Additional information can be found using the following links:
• Birds of Conservation Concern http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/ birds-of-conservation-concern.php • Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/ conservation-measures.php • Nationwide conservation measures for birds
The birds listed below are birds of particular concern either because they occur on the USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) list or warrant special attention in your project location. To learn more about the levels of concern for birds on your list and how this list is generated, see the FAQ below. This is not a list of every bird you may find in this location, nor a guarantee that every bird on this list will be found in your project area. To see exact locations of where birders and the general public have sighted birds in and around your project area, visit the E-bird data mapping tool (Tip: enter your location, desired date range and a species on your list). For projects that occur off the Atlantic Coast, additional maps and models detailing the relative occurrence and abundance of bird species on your list are available. Links to additional information about Atlantic Coast birds, and other important information about your migratory bird list, including how to properly interpret and use your migratory bird report, can be found below.
For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to migratory birds on your list, click on the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY at the top of your list to see when these birds are most likely to be present and breeding in your project area.
NAME BREEDING SEASON (IF A BREEDING SEASON IS INDICATED FOR A BIRD ON YOUR LIST, THE BIRD MAY BREED IN YOUR PROJECT AREA SOMETIME WITHIN THE TIMEFRAME SPECIFIED, WHICH IS A VERY LIBERAL ESTIMATE OF THE DATES INSIDE WHICH THE BIRD BREEDS ACROSS ITS ENTIRE RANGE. "BREEDS ELSEWHERE" INDICATES THAT THE BIRD DOES NOT LIKELY BREED IN YOUR PROJECT AREA.)
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Breeds Oct 15 to Jul 31 This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626 Black Throated Sparrow Amphispiza bilineata Breeds Mar 15 to Sep 5 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Black-chinned Sparrow Spizella atrogularis Breeds Apr 15 to Jul 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9447
Black-throated Gray Warbler Dendroica nigrescens Breeds May 1 to Jul 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Common Black-hawk Buteogallus anthracinus Breeds Apr 1 to Sep 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Elf Owl Micrathene whitneyi Breeds May 1 to Jul 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9085
Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos Breeds Jan 1 to Aug 31 This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1680
Grace's Warbler Dendroica graciae Breeds May 20 to Jul 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Gray Vireo Vireo vicinior Breeds May 10 to Aug 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8680
Lark Bunting Calamospiza melanocorys Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Lewis's Woodpecker Melanerpes lewis Breeds Apr 20 to Sep 30 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9408 Phainopepla phainopepla nitens Breeds Mar 1 to Aug 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1372
Pinyon Jay Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus Breeds Feb 15 to Jul 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9420
Red-faced Warbler Cardellina rubrifrons Breeds May 10 to Jul 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Rufous Hummingbird selasphorus rufus Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8002
Rufous-winged Sparrow Aimophila carpalis Breeds Jun 15 to Sep 30 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska.
Virginia's Warbler Vermivora virginiae Breeds May 1 to Jul 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9441
Tell me more about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds.
Nationwide Conservation Measures describes measures that can help avoid and minimize impacts to all birds at any location year round. Implementation of these measures is particularly important when birds are most likely to occur in the project area. When birds may be breeding in the area, identifying the locations of any active nests and avoiding their destruction is a very helpful impact minimization measure. To see when birds are most likely to occur and be breeding in your project area, view the Probability of Presence Summary. Additional measures and/or permits may be advisable depending on the type of activity you are conducting and the type of infrastructure or bird species present on your project site.
What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) and other species that may warrant special attention in your project location.
The migratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets and is queried and filtered to return a list of those birds reported as occurring in the 10km grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identified as warranting special attention because they are a BCC species in that area, an eagle (Eagle Act requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to offshore activities or development. Again, the Migratory Bird Resource list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your project area. It is not representative of all birds that may occur in your project area. To get a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the AKN Phenology Tool.
What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs for the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location?
The probability of presence graphs associated with your migratory bird list are based on data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). This data is derived from a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets .
Probability of presence data is continuously being updated as new and better information becomes available. To learn more about how the probability of presence graphs are produced and how to interpret them, go the Probability of Presence Summary and then click on the "Tell me about these graphs" link.
How do I know if a bird is breeding, wintering, migrating or present year-round in my project area?
To see what part of a particular bird's range your project area falls within (i.e. breeding, wintering, migrating or year- round), you may refer to the following resources: The Cornell Lab of Ornithology All About Birds Bird Guide, or (if you are unsuccessful in locating the bird of interest there), the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Neotropical Birds guide. If a bird on your migratory bird species list has a breeding season associated with it, if that bird does occur in your project area, there may be nests present at some point within the timeframe specified. If "Breeds elsewhere" is indicated, then the bird likely does not breed in your project area.
What are the levels of concern for migratory birds?
Migratory birds delivered through IPaC fall into the following distinct categories of concern:
1. "BCC Rangewide" birds are Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) that are of concern throughout their range anywhere within the USA (including Hawaii, the Pacific Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands); 2. "BCC - BCR" birds are BCCs that are of concern only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA; and 3. "Non-BCC - Vulnerable" birds are not BCC species in your project area, but appear on your list either because of the Eagle Act requirements (for eagles) or (for non-eagles) potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities (e.g. offshore energy development or longline fishing).
Although it is important to try to avoid and minimize impacts to all birds, efforts should be made, in particular, to avoid and minimize impacts to the birds on this list, especially eagles and BCC species of rangewide concern. For more information on conservation measures you can implement to help avoid and minimize migratory bird impacts and requirements for eagles, please see the FAQs for these topics.
Details about birds that are potentially affected by offshore projects
For additional details about the relative occurrence and abundance of both individual bird species and groups of bird species within your project area off the Atlantic Coast, please visit the Northeast Ocean Data Portal. The Portal also offers data and information about other taxa besides birds that may be helpful to you in your project review. Alternately, you may download the bird model results files underlying the portal maps through the NOAA NCCOS Integrative Statistical Modeling and Predictive Mapping of Marine Bird Distributions and Abundance on the Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf project webpage.
Bird tracking data can also provide additional details about occurrence and habitat use throughout the year, including migration. Models relying on survey data may not include this information. For additional information on marine bird tracking data, see the Diving Bird Study and the nanotag studies or contact Caleb Spiegel or Pam Loring.
What if I have eagles on my list? If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtain a permit to avoid violating the Eagle Act should such impacts occur.
Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report
The migratory bird list generated is not a list of all birds in your project area, only a subset of birds of priority concern. To learn more about how your list is generated, and see options for identifying what other birds may be in your project area, please see the FAQ “What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location”. Please be aware this report provides the “probability of presence” of birds within the 10 km grid cell(s) that overlap your project; not your exact project footprint. On the graphs provided, please also look carefully at the survey effort (indicated by the black vertical bar) and for the existence of the “no data” indicator (a red horizontal bar). A high survey effort is the key component. If the survey effort is high, then the probability of presence score can be viewed as more dependable. In contrast, a low survey effort bar or no data bar means a lack of data and, therefore, a lack of certainty about presence of the species. This list is not perfect; it is simply a starting point for identifying what birds of concern have the potential to be in your project area, when they might be there, and if they might be breeding (which means nests might be present). The list helps you know what to look for to confirm presence, and helps guide you in knowing when to implement conservation measures to avoid or minimize potential impacts from your project activities, should presence be confirmed. To learn more about conservation measures, visit the FAQ “Tell me about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds” at the bottom of your migratory bird trust resources page.
Facilities
National Wildlife Refuge lands
Any activity proposed on lands managed by the National Wildlife Refuge system must undergo a 'Compatibility Determination' conducted by the Refuge. Please contact the individual Refuges to discuss any questions or concerns.
THERE ARE NO REFUGE LANDS AT THIS LOCATION.
Fish hatcheries
THERE ARE NO FISH HATCHERIES AT THIS LOCATION.
Wetlands in the National Wetlands Inventory
Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, or other State/Federal statutes.
For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District. Please note that the NWI data being shown may be out of date. We are currently working to update our NWI data set. We recommend you verify these results with a site visit to determine the actual extent of wetlands on site.
This location overlaps the following wetlands:
The area of this project is too large for IPaC to load all NWI wetlands in the area. The list below may be incomplete. Please contact the local U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service office or visit the NWI map for a full list.
FRESHWATER EMERGENT WETLAND PEM1A PEM1C
FRESHWATER FORESTED/SHRUB WETLAND PSS1A PSS1C PFO1C PSS1J
FRESHWATER POND PUBHh PUBHx PUBF PUBH
RIVERINE R4SBJ R2USA R2USJ R4SBA R5UBH R2USC R5UBFx R3USA R4SBC R2UBH
A full description for each wetland code can be found at the National Wetlands Inventory website
Data limitations
The Service's objective of mapping wetlands and deepwater habitats is to produce reconnaissance level information on the location, type and size of these resources. The maps are prepared from the analysis of high altitude imagery. Wetlands are identified based on vegetation, visible hydrology and geography. A margin of error is inherent in the use of imagery; thus, detailed on-the-ground inspection of any particular site may result in revision of the wetland boundaries or classification established through image analysis. The accuracy of image interpretation depends on the quality of the imagery, the experience of the image analysts, the amount and quality of the collateral data and the amount of ground truth verification work conducted. Metadata should be consulted to determine the date of the source imagery used and any mapping problems.
Wetlands or other mapped features may have changed since the date of the imagery or field work. There may be occasional differences in polygon boundaries or classifications between the information depicted on the map and the actual conditions on site.
Data exclusions
Certain wetland habitats are excluded from the National mapping program because of the limitations of aerial imagery as the primary data source used to detect wetlands. These habitats include seagrasses or submerged aquatic vegetation that are found in the intertidal and subtidal zones of estuaries and nearshore coastal waters. Some deepwater reef communities (coral or tuberficid worm reefs) have also been excluded from the inventory. These habitats, because of their depth, go undetected by aerial imagery.
Data precautions
Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over wetlands may define and describe wetlands in a different manner than that used in this inventory. There is no attempt, in either the design or products of this inventory, to define the limits of proprietary jurisdiction of any Federal, state, or local government or to establish the geographical scope of the regulatory programs of government agencies. Persons intending to engage in activities involving modifications within or adjacent to wetland areas should seek the advice of appropriate federal, state, or local agencies concerning specified agency regulatory programs and proprietary jurisdictions that may affect such activities. IPaC Information for Planning and Consultation U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
IPaC resource list
This report is an automatically generated list of species and other resources such as critical habitat (collectively referred to as trust resources) under the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) jurisdiction that are known or expected to be on or near the project area referenced below. The list may also include trust resources that occur outside of the project area, but that could potentially be directly or indirectly affected by activities in the project area. However, determining the likelihood and extent of effects a project may have on trust resources typically requires gathering additional site-specific (e.g., vegetation/species surveys) and project-specific (e.g., magnitude and timing of proposed activities) information.
Below is a summary of the project information you provided and contact information for the USFWS office(s) with jurisdiction in the defined project area. Please read the introduction to each section that follows (Endangered Species, Migratory Birds, USFWS Facilities, and NWI Wetlands) for additional information applicable to the trust resources addressed in that section.
Location Graham and Greenlee counties, Arizona
Local office
Arizona Ecological Services Field Office
(602) 242-0210 (602) 242-2513
9828 North 31st Ave #c3 Phoenix, AZ 85051-2517
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/arizona/ http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/EndangeredSpecies_Main.html
Endangered species
This resource list is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an analysis of project level impacts.
The primary information used to generate this list is the known or expected range of each species. Additional areas of influence (AOI) for species are also considered. An AOI includes areas outside of the species range if the species could be indirectly affected by activities in that area (e.g., placing a dam upstream of a fish population, even if that fish does not occur at the dam site, may indirectly impact the species by reducing or eliminating water flow downstream). Because species can move, and site conditions can change, the species on this list are not guaranteed to be found on or near the project area. To fully determine any potential effects to species, additional site-specific and project- specific information is often required.
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary information whether any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of such proposed action" for any project that is conducted, permitted, funded, or licensed by any Federal agency. A letter from the local office and a species list which fulfills this requirement can only be obtained by requesting an official species list from either the Regulatory Review section in IPaC (see directions below) or from the local field office directly.
For project evaluations that require USFWS concurrence/review, please return to the IPaC website and request an official species list by doing the following:
1. Draw the project location and click CONTINUE. 2. Click DEFINE PROJECT. 3. Log in (if directed to do so). 4. Provide a name and description for your project. 5. Click REQUEST SPECIES LIST.
Listed species
1 and their critical habitats are managed by the Ecological Services Program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the fisheries division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA Fisheries 2 ).
Species and critical habitats under the sole responsibility of NOAA Fisheries are not shown on this list. Please contact NOAA Fisheries for species under their jurisdiction.
1. Species listed under the Endangered Species Act are threatened or endangered; IPaC also shows species that are candidates, or proposed, for listing. See the listing status page for more information. 2. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce.
The following species are potentially affected by activities in this location: Mammals NAME STATUS
Gray Wolf Canis lupus PEXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Mexican Wolf Canis lupus baileyi Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3916
Mount Graham Red Squirrel Tamiasciurus hudsonicus Endangered grahamensis There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8370
Birds NAME STATUS
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8196
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911
Reptiles NAME STATUS
Northern Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops Threatened There is proposed critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7655 Amphibians NAME STATUS
Chiricahua Leopard Frog Rana chiricahuensis Threatened There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1516
Fishes NAME STATUS
Desert Pupfish Cyprinodon macularius Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7003
Gila Chub Gila intermedia Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location is outside the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/51
Gila Topminnow (incl. Yaqui) Poeciliopsis occidentalis Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1116
Gila Trout Oncorhynchus gilae Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/781
Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6922
Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/530
Spikedace Meda fulgida Endangered There is final critical habitat for this species. Your location overlaps the critical habitat. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6493
Woundfin Plagopterus argentissimus EXPN No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/49 Flowering Plants NAME STATUS
Arizona Cliffrose Purshia (=Cowania) subintegra Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/866
Critical habitats
Potential effects to critical habitat(s) in this location must be analyzed along with the endangered species themselves.
This location overlaps the critical habitat for the following species:
NAME TYPE
Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6922#crithab
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus Proposed For information on why this critical habitat appears for your project, even though Narrow-headed Gartersnake is not on the list of potentially affected species at this location, contact the local field office. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/2204#crithab
Northern Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/7655#crithab
Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/530#crithab
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6749#crithab
Spikedace Meda fulgida Final https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/6493#crithab
Yellow-billed Cuckoo Coccyzus americanus Proposed https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3911#crithab
Migratory birds
Certain birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
1 and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act2 . Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to migratory birds, eagles, and their habitats should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described below.
1. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918. 2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940.
Additional information can be found using the following links:
• Birds of Conservation Concern http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/ birds-of-conservation-concern.php • Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/project-assessment-tools-and-guidance/ conservation-measures.php • Nationwide conservation measures for birds
The birds listed below are birds of particular concern either because they occur on the USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) list or warrant special attention in your project location. To learn more about the levels of concern for birds on your list and how this list is generated, see the FAQ below. This is not a list of every bird you may find in this location, nor a guarantee that every bird on this list will be found in your project area. To see exact locations of where birders and the general public have sighted birds in and around your project area, visit the E-bird data mapping tool (Tip: enter your location, desired date range and a species on your list). For projects that occur off the Atlantic Coast, additional maps and models detailing the relative occurrence and abundance of bird species on your list are available. Links to additional information about Atlantic Coast birds, and other important information about your migratory bird list, including how to properly interpret and use your migratory bird report, can be found below.
For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to migratory birds on your list, click on the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY at the top of your list to see when these birds are most likely to be present and breeding in your project area. NAME BREEDING SEASON (IF A BREEDING SEASON IS INDICATED FOR A BIRD ON YOUR LIST, THE BIRD MAY BREED IN YOUR PROJECT AREA SOMETIME WITHIN THE TIMEFRAME SPECIFIED, WHICH IS A VERY LIBERAL ESTIMATE OF THE DATES INSIDE WHICH THE BIRD BREEDS ACROSS ITS ENTIRE RANGE. "BREEDS ELSEWHERE" INDICATES THAT THE BIRD DOES NOT LIKELY BREED IN YOUR PROJECT AREA.)
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Breeds Oct 15 to Aug 31 This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626
Black Throated Sparrow Amphispiza bilineata Breeds Mar 15 to Sep 5 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Black-throated Gray Warbler Dendroica nigrescens Breeds May 1 to Jul 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Burrowing Owl Athene cunicularia Breeds Mar 15 to Aug 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9737
Common Black-hawk Buteogallus anthracinus Breeds Apr 1 to Sep 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Costa's Hummingbird Calypte costae Breeds Jan 15 to Jun 10 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9470
Gila Woodpecker Melanerpes uropygialis Breeds Apr 1 to Aug 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/5960 Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos Breeds Jan 1 to Aug 31 This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1680
Gray Vireo Vireo vicinior Breeds May 10 to Aug 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8680
Lark Bunting Calamospiza melanocorys Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA
Long-billed Curlew Numenius americanus Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/5511
Marbled Godwit Limosa fedoa Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9481
Phainopepla phainopepla nitens Breeds Mar 1 to Aug 20 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1372
Rufous Hummingbird selasphorus rufus Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/8002
Rufous-winged Sparrow Aimophila carpalis Breeds Jun 15 to Sep 30 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska.
Virginia's Warbler Vermivora virginiae Breeds May 1 to Jul 31 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9441 Willet Tringa semipalmata Breeds elsewhere This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA and Alaska.
Tell me more about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds.
Nationwide Conservation Measures describes measures that can help avoid and minimize impacts to all birds at any location year round. Implementation of these measures is particularly important when birds are most likely to occur in the project area. When birds may be breeding in the area, identifying the locations of any active nests and avoiding their destruction is a very helpful impact minimization measure. To see when birds are most likely to occur and be breeding in your project area, view the Probability of Presence Summary. Additional measures and/or permits may be advisable depending on the type of activity you are conducting and the type of infrastructure or bird species present on your project site.
What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location?
The Migratory Bird Resource List is comprised of USFWS Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) and other species that may warrant special attention in your project location.
The migratory bird list generated for your project is derived from data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). The AKN data is based on a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets and is queried and filtered to return a list of those birds reported as occurring in the 10km grid cell(s) which your project intersects, and that have been identified as warranting special attention because they are a BCC species in that area, an eagle (Eagle Act requirements may apply), or a species that has a particular vulnerability to offshore activities or development.
Again, the Migratory Bird Resource list includes only a subset of birds that may occur in your project area. It is not representative of all birds that may occur in your project area. To get a list of all birds potentially present in your project area, please visit the AKN Phenology Tool.
What does IPaC use to generate the probability of presence graphs for the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location?
The probability of presence graphs associated with your migratory bird list are based on data provided by the Avian Knowledge Network (AKN). This data is derived from a growing collection of survey, banding, and citizen science datasets .
Probability of presence data is continuously being updated as new and better information becomes available. To learn more about how the probability of presence graphs are produced and how to interpret them, go the Probability of Presence Summary and then click on the "Tell me about these graphs" link.
How do I know if a bird is breeding, wintering, migrating or present year-round in my project area?
To see what part of a particular bird's range your project area falls within (i.e. breeding, wintering, migrating or year- round), you may refer to the following resources: The Cornell Lab of Ornithology All About Birds Bird Guide, or (if you are unsuccessful in locating the bird of interest there), the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Neotropical Birds guide. If a bird on your migratory bird species list has a breeding season associated with it, if that bird does occur in your project area, there may be nests present at some point within the timeframe specified. If "Breeds elsewhere" is indicated, then the bird likely does not breed in your project area.
What are the levels of concern for migratory birds?
Migratory birds delivered through IPaC fall into the following distinct categories of concern: 1. "BCC Rangewide" birds are Birds of Conservation Concern (BCC) that are of concern throughout their range anywhere within the USA (including Hawaii, the Pacific Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands); 2. "BCC - BCR" birds are BCCs that are of concern only in particular Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs) in the continental USA; and 3. "Non-BCC - Vulnerable" birds are not BCC species in your project area, but appear on your list either because of the Eagle Act requirements (for eagles) or (for non-eagles) potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities (e.g. offshore energy development or longline fishing).
Although it is important to try to avoid and minimize impacts to all birds, efforts should be made, in particular, to avoid and minimize impacts to the birds on this list, especially eagles and BCC species of rangewide concern. For more information on conservation measures you can implement to help avoid and minimize migratory bird impacts and requirements for eagles, please see the FAQs for these topics.
Details about birds that are potentially affected by offshore projects
For additional details about the relative occurrence and abundance of both individual bird species and groups of bird species within your project area off the Atlantic Coast, please visit the Northeast Ocean Data Portal. The Portal also offers data and information about other taxa besides birds that may be helpful to you in your project review. Alternately, you may download the bird model results files underlying the portal maps through the NOAA NCCOS Integrative Statistical Modeling and Predictive Mapping of Marine Bird Distributions and Abundance on the Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf project webpage.
Bird tracking data can also provide additional details about occurrence and habitat use throughout the year, including migration. Models relying on survey data may not include this information. For additional information on marine bird tracking data, see the Diving Bird Study and the nanotag studies or contact Caleb Spiegel or Pam Loring.
What if I have eagles on my list?
If your project has the potential to disturb or kill eagles, you may need to obtain a permit to avoid violating the Eagle Act should such impacts occur.
Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report
The migratory bird list generated is not a list of all birds in your project area, only a subset of birds of priority concern. To learn more about how your list is generated, and see options for identifying what other birds may be in your project area, please see the FAQ “What does IPaC use to generate the migratory birds potentially occurring in my specified location”. Please be aware this report provides the “probability of presence” of birds within the 10 km grid cell(s) that overlap your project; not your exact project footprint. On the graphs provided, please also look carefully at the survey effort (indicated by the black vertical bar) and for the existence of the “no data” indicator (a red horizontal bar). A high survey effort is the key component. If the survey effort is high, then the probability of presence score can be viewed as more dependable. In contrast, a low survey effort bar or no data bar means a lack of data and, therefore, a lack of certainty about presence of the species. This list is not perfect; it is simply a starting point for identifying what birds of concern have the potential to be in your project area, when they might be there, and if they might be breeding (which means nests might be present). The list helps you know what to look for to confirm presence, and helps guide you in knowing when to implement conservation measures to avoid or minimize potential impacts from your project activities, should presence be confirmed. To learn more about conservation measures, visit the FAQ “Tell me about conservation measures I can implement to avoid or minimize impacts to migratory birds” at the bottom of your migratory bird trust resources page. Facilities
National Wildlife Refuge lands
Any activity proposed on lands managed by the National Wildlife Refuge system must undergo a 'Compatibility Determination' conducted by the Refuge. Please contact the individual Refuges to discuss any questions or concerns.
THERE ARE NO REFUGE LANDS AT THIS LOCATION.
Fish hatcheries
THERE ARE NO FISH HATCHERIES AT THIS LOCATION.
Wetlands in the National Wetlands Inventory
Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, or other State/Federal statutes.
For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District.
Please note that the NWI data being shown may be out of date. We are currently working to update our NWI data set. We recommend you verify these results with a site visit to determine the actual extent of wetlands on site.
This location overlaps the following wetlands:
The area of this project is too large for IPaC to load all NWI wetlands in the area. The list below may be incomplete. Please contact the local U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service office or visit the NWI map for a full list.
FRESHWATER EMERGENT WETLAND PEM1/SS1C PEM1C PEM1A PEM1/SS1A PEM1J PEM1/SS1Ch PEM1Ah
FRESHWATER FORESTED/SHRUB WETLAND PSS1/2A PSS2A PSS1/2C PSS1C PSS1A PFO1/SS2A PFO1/SS2C PFO1/SS1C PSS1/2Kx PFO1A PFO1C PFO1/SS1A PSS2J PSS1J PSS1/2Ah PSS1Cx
FRESHWATER POND PUSA PUSC PUBHx PUSCx PUBH PUBF
RIVERINE R4SBJ R2USA R2UBH R4SBC R2USJ R2USC R4SBCx R5UBH R2UBF R5UBFx
A full description for each wetland code can be found at the National Wetlands Inventory website
Data limitations
The Service's objective of mapping wetlands and deepwater habitats is to produce reconnaissance level information on the location, type and size of these resources. The maps are prepared from the analysis of high altitude imagery. Wetlands are identified based on vegetation, visible hydrology and geography. A margin of error is inherent in the use of imagery; thus, detailed on-the-ground inspection of any particular site may result in revision of the wetland boundaries or classification established through image analysis.
The accuracy of image interpretation depends on the quality of the imagery, the experience of the image analysts, the amount and quality of the collateral data and the amount of ground truth verification work conducted. Metadata should be consulted to determine the date of the source imagery used and any mapping problems. Wetlands or other mapped features may have changed since the date of the imagery or field work. There may be occasional differences in polygon boundaries or classifications between the information depicted on the map and the actual conditions on site.
Data exclusions
Certain wetland habitats are excluded from the National mapping program because of the limitations of aerial imagery as the primary data source used to detect wetlands. These habitats include seagrasses or submerged aquatic vegetation that are found in the intertidal and subtidal zones of estuaries and nearshore coastal waters. Some deepwater reef communities (coral or tuberficid worm reefs) have also been excluded from the inventory. These habitats, because of their depth, go undetected by aerial imagery.
Data precautions
Federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with jurisdiction over wetlands may define and describe wetlands in a different manner than that used in this inventory. There is no attempt, in either the design or products of this inventory, to define the limits of proprietary jurisdiction of any Federal, state, or local government or to establish the geographical scope of the regulatory programs of government agencies. Persons intending to engage in activities involving modifications within or adjacent to wetland areas should seek the advice of appropriate federal, state, or local agencies concerning specified agency regulatory programs and proprietary jurisdictions that may affect such activities. Federal or State Threatened/Endangered Species Catron Taxonomic Group # Species Taxonomic Group # Species Fish 5 Birds 18 Amphibians 2 Mammals 3 Reptiles 1 Molluscs 2 TOTAL SPECIES: 31 Critical Common Name Scientific Name NMGF US FWS Habitat SGCN Photo Spotted Bat Euderma maculatum T Y View
Mexican Gray Wolf Canis lupus baileyi E E Y View
Arizona Montane Vole Microtus montanus arizonensis E Y No Photo
Brown Pelican Pelecanus occidentalis E View
Common Black Hawk Buteogallus anthracinus T Y View
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus T Y View
Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus T Y View
Arctic Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus tundrius T No Photo
Least Tern Sternula antillarum E E Y View
Neotropic Cormorant Phalacrocorax brasilianus T Y View
Yellow-billed Cuckoo (western pop) Coccyzus americanus occidentalis T Y View
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida T Y Y View
White-eared Hummingbird Hylocharis leucotis T View
Elegant Trogon Trogon elegans E Y View
Gila Woodpecker Melanerpes uropygialis T Y View
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus E E Y Y View
Thick-billed Kingbird Tyrannus crassirostris E Y View
Bell's Vireo Vireo bellii T Y View
Gray Vireo Vireo vicinior T Y View
Baird's Sparrow Ammodramus bairdii T Y View
Varied Bunting Passerina versicolor T Y View
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus T T Y View
Chiricahua Leopard Frog Lithobates chiricahuensis T Y Y View
Lowland Leopard Frog Lithobates yavapaiensis E Y View
10/22/2018 (E=Endangered, T=Threatened) Page 1 of 2 Federal or State Threatened/Endangered Species Catron Critical Common Name Scientific Name NMGF US FWS Habitat SGCN Photo Gila Chub Gila intermedia E E Y Y View
Headwater Chub Gila nigra E Y No Photo
Loach Minnow Rhinichthys (Tiaroga) cobitis E E Y Y No Photo
Spikedace Meda fulgida E E Y Y No Photo
Gila Trout Oncorhynchus gilae T T Y View
New Mexico Hot Springsnail Pyrgulopsis thermalis T Y No Photo
Gila Springsnail Pyrgulopsis gilae T Y No Photo
10/22/2018 (E=Endangered, T=Threatened) Page 2 of 2 Federal or State Threatened/Endangered Species Grant Taxonomic Group # Species Taxonomic Group # Species Fish 8 Birds 26 Amphibians 2 Mammals 3 Reptiles 3 Molluscs 2 TOTAL SPECIES: 44 Critical Common Name Scientific Name NMGF US FWS Habitat SGCN Photo Lesser Long-nosed Bat Leptonycteris yerbabuenae T Y View
Spotted Bat Euderma maculatum T Y View
Mexican Gray Wolf Canis lupus baileyi E E Y View
Brown Pelican Pelecanus occidentalis E View
Common Black Hawk Buteogallus anthracinus T Y View
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus T Y View
Aplomado Falcon Falco femoralis E E Y View
Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus T Y View
Arctic Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus tundrius T No Photo
Neotropic Cormorant Phalacrocorax brasilianus T Y View
Common Ground-dove Columbina passerina E Y View
Yellow-billed Cuckoo (western pop) Coccyzus americanus occidentalis T Y View
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida T Y Y View
Buff-collared Nightjar Antrostomus ridgwayi E No Photo
Broad-billed Hummingbird Cynanthus latirostris T Y View
Costa's Hummingbird Calypte costae T Y View
Lucifer Hummingbird Calothorax lucifer T Y View
White-eared Hummingbird Hylocharis leucotis T View
Elegant Trogon Trogon elegans E Y View
Gila Woodpecker Melanerpes uropygialis T Y View
Northern Beardless-Tyrannulet Camptostoma imberbe E Y View
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus E E Y Y View
Thick-billed Kingbird Tyrannus crassirostris E Y View
Bell's Vireo Vireo bellii T Y View
10/22/2018 (E=Endangered, T=Threatened) Page 1 of 2 Federal or State Threatened/Endangered Species Grant Critical Common Name Scientific Name NMGF US FWS Habitat SGCN Photo Gray Vireo Vireo vicinior T Y View
Yellow-eyed Junco Junco phaeonotus T Y View
Baird's Sparrow Ammodramus bairdii T Y View
Abert's Towhee Melozone aberti T Y View
Varied Bunting Passerina versicolor T Y View
Reticulate Gila Monster Heloderma suspectum suspectum E Y View
Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques E T Y View
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus T T Y View
Chiricahua Leopard Frog Lithobates chiricahuensis T Y Y View
Lowland Leopard Frog Lithobates yavapaiensis E Y View
Chihuahua Chub Gila nigrescens E T Y No Photo
Gila Chub Gila intermedia E E Y Y View
Headwater Chub Gila nigra E Y No Photo
Roundtail Chub (lower Colorado River Gila robusta E Y View populations) Loach Minnow Rhinichthys (Tiaroga) cobitis E E Y Y No Photo
Spikedace Meda fulgida E E Y Y No Photo
Gila Trout Oncorhynchus gilae T T Y View
Gila Topminnow Poeciliopsis occidentalis T E Y View occidentalis New Mexico Hot Springsnail Pyrgulopsis thermalis T Y No Photo
Gila Springsnail Pyrgulopsis gilae T Y No Photo
10/22/2018 (E=Endangered, T=Threatened) Page 2 of 2 Federal or State Threatened/Endangered Species Hidalgo Taxonomic Group # Species Taxonomic Group # Species Fish 3 Birds 29 Amphibians 3 Mammals 8 Reptiles 9 Molluscs 2 TOTAL SPECIES: 54 Critical Common Name Scientific Name NMGF US FWS Habitat SGCN Photo Arizona Shrew Sorex arizonae E Y No Photo
Mexican Long-nosed Bat Leptonycteris nivalis E E Y View
Lesser Long-nosed Bat Leptonycteris yerbabuenae T Y View
Western Yellow Bat Lasiurus xanthinus T Y View
Mexican Gray Wolf Canis lupus baileyi E E Y View
Jaguar Panthera onca E Y Y View
Southern Pocket Gopher (NM Thomomys umbrinus intermedius T Y View population) White-sided Jackrabbit Lepus callotis T Y View
Gould's Wild Turkey Meleagris gallopavo mexicana T Y View
Common Black Hawk Buteogallus anthracinus T Y View
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus T Y View
Aplomado Falcon Falco femoralis E E Y View
Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus T Y View
Arctic Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus tundrius T No Photo
Neotropic Cormorant Phalacrocorax brasilianus T Y View
Common Ground-dove Columbina passerina E Y View
Yellow-billed Cuckoo (western pop) Coccyzus americanus occidentalis T Y View
Whiskered Screech-Owl Megascops trichopsis T Y View
Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida T Y Y View
Buff-collared Nightjar Antrostomus ridgwayi E No Photo
Broad-billed Hummingbird Cynanthus latirostris T Y View
Costa's Hummingbird Calypte costae T Y View
Lucifer Hummingbird Calothorax lucifer T Y View
Violet-crowned Hummingbird Amazilia violiceps T Y View
10/22/2018 (E=Endangered, T=Threatened) Page 1 of 2 Federal or State Threatened/Endangered Species Hidalgo Critical Common Name Scientific Name NMGF US FWS Habitat SGCN Photo White-eared Hummingbird Hylocharis leucotis T View
Elegant Trogon Trogon elegans E Y View
Gila Woodpecker Melanerpes uropygialis T Y View
Northern Beardless-Tyrannulet Camptostoma imberbe E Y View
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus E E Y Y View
Thick-billed Kingbird Tyrannus crassirostris E Y View
Bell's Vireo Vireo bellii T Y View
Gray Vireo Vireo vicinior T Y View
Yellow-eyed Junco Junco phaeonotus T Y View
Baird's Sparrow Ammodramus bairdii T Y View
AZ Grasshopper Sparrow Ammodramus savannarum E Y View ammolegus Abert's Towhee Melozone aberti T Y View
Varied Bunting Passerina versicolor T Y View
Reticulate Gila Monster Heloderma suspectum suspectum E Y View
Slevin's Bunchgrass Lizard Sceloporus slevini T Y View
Mountain Skink Plestiodon callicephalus T Y View
Gray-checkered Whiptail Aspidoscelis dixoni E Y View
Giant Spotted Whiptail Aspidoscelis stictogramma T Y View
Mexican Gartersnake Thamnophis eques E T Y View
Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus T T Y View
Green Rat Snake Senticolis triaspis T Y View
New Mexico Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake Crotalus willardi obscurus E T Y Y View
Sonoran Desert Toad Incilius alvarius T Y View
Chiricahua Leopard Frog Lithobates chiricahuensis T Y Y View
Lowland Leopard Frog Lithobates yavapaiensis E Y View
Roundtail Chub (lower Colorado River Gila robusta E Y View populations) Loach Minnow Rhinichthys (Tiaroga) cobitis E E Y Y No Photo
Spikedace Meda fulgida E E Y Y No Photo
Shortneck Snaggletooth Snail Gastrocopta dalliana T Y No Photo
Hacheta Grande Woodlandsnail Ashmunella hebardi T Y View
10/22/2018 (E=Endangered, T=Threatened) Page 2 of 2 NEW MEXICO STATE ENDANGERED PLANT SPECIES (19.21.2.8 NMAC)
Detailed information and images of many of these and other rare plants can be found at the New Mexico Rare Plants website (http://nmrareplants.unm.edu/index.html) (plants marked with an * are not listed on the NMRPTC website)
Botanical Name Common Name New Mexico Counties
Aliciella formosa Aztec gilia San Juan
Allium gooddingii Goodding’s onion San Juan, McKinley, Catron, Lincoln, Santa Fe
Amsonia tharpii Tharp's bluestar Eddy
Argemone pleiacantha subsp. pinnatisecta Sacramento prickly poppy Otero (A. pinnatisecta)
Astragalus humillimus Mancos milkvetch San Juan
Cirsium vinaceum Sacramento Mountains thistle Otero
Cirsium wrightii Wright’s marsh thistle Chaves, Grant, Guadalupe, Otero, Sierra, Socorro
Cleome multicaulis (Peritoma multicaulis) slender spiderflower Grant, Hidalgo
Coryphantha scheeri var. scheeri Scheer’s pincushion cactus Chavez, Eddy
Cylindropuntia viridiflora Santa Fe cholla Santa Fe
Cypripedium parviflorum var. pubescens * golden lady's slipper San Juan, Grant, San Miguel
Echinocereus fendleri var. kuenzleri Kuenzler's hedgehog cactus Chavez, Eddy, Lincoln, Otero
Erigeron hessii Hess' fleabane Catron
Erigeron rhizomatus Zuni fleabane Catron, McKinley, San Juan
Eriogonum gypsophilum gypsum wild buckwheat Eddy
Escobaria duncanii Duncan's pincushion cactus Sierra
Escobaria organensis Organ Mountain pincushion Do a Ana cactus
Escobaria sneedii var. leei Lee's pincushion cactus Eddy Escobaria sneedii var. sneedii Sneed's pincushion cactus Do a Ana
Escobaria villardii Villard's pincushion cactus Do a Ana, Otero
Hedeoma todsenii Todsen's pennyroyal Otero, Sierra
Helianthus paradoxus Pecos sunflower Cibola, Valencia, Socorro, Guadalupe, Chavez
Hexalectris nitida shining coralroot Eddy, Otero
Hexalectris spicata * crested coralroot Sierra, Otero, Hidalgo
Ipomopsis sancti-spiritus Holy Ghost ipomopsis San Miguel
Lepidospartum burgessii gypsum scalebroom Otero
Lilium philadelphicum * wood lily Otero, Los Alamos, Sandoval, San Miguel, Santa Fe
Mammillaria wrightii var. wilcoxii * Wilcox pincushion cactus Hidalgo, Grant, Do a Ana, Luna
Opuntia arenaria sand prickly pear Do a Ana, Luna, Socorro
Pediocactus knowltonii Knowlton's cactus San Juan
Pediomelum pentaphyllum Chihuahua scurfpea Hidalgo
Peniocereus greggii night-blooming cereus Do a Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, Luna
Polygala rimulicola var. mescalerorum San Andres milkwort Do a Ana
Puccinellia parishii Parish's alkali grass Catron, Cibola, Grant, Hidalgo, McKinley, Sandoval, San Juan
Sclerocactus cloveriae subsp. brackii Brack's cactus San Juan, Rio Arriba, Sandoval
Sclerocactus mesae-verdae Mesa Verde cactus San Juan
Spiranthes magnicamporum * lady tresses orchid Bernalillo, Santa Fe, Guadalupe, Rio Arriba Arizona Environmental Online Review Tool Report
Arizona Game and Fish Department Mission To conserve Arizona's diverse wildlife resources and manage for safe, compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for current and future generations.
Project Name: New Mexico Unit of the Central Arizona Project
User Project Number: 37532
Project Description: The United States (U.S.) Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) Lower Colorado Region and the New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission (ISC), together known as the Joint Lead agencies, are proposing to construct the New Mexico Unit (NM Unit) of the Central Arizona Project (CAP) in Grant, Hidalgo, and Catron Counties, New Mexico. The NM Unit consists of the infrastructure to divert water from the Gila River, San Francisco River, and underground water sources and convey it for storage in off-stream storage sites for delivery to water users in southwestern New Mexico.
Project Type: Water Use, Transfer, and Channel Activities, Water diversion/channelization
Contact Person: Eleanor Gladding
Organization: SWCA Environmental Consultants
On Behalf Of: BOR
Project ID:
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Please review the entire report for project type and/or species recommendations for the location information entered. Please retain a copy for future reference.
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Disclaimer:
1. This Environmental Review is based on the project study area that was entered. The report must be updated if the project study area, location, or the type of project changes. 2. This is a preliminary environmental screening tool. It is not a substitute for the potential knowledge gained by having a biologist conduct a field survey of the project area. This review is also not intended to replace environmental consultation (including federal consultation under the Endangered Species Act), land use permitting, or the Departments review of site-specific projects. 3. The Departments Heritage Data Management System (HDMS) data is not intended to include potential distribution of special status species. Arizona is large and diverse with plants, animals, and environmental conditions that are ever changing. Consequently, many areas may contain species that biologists do not know about or species previously noted in a particular area may no longer occur there. HDMS data contains information about species occurrences that have actually been reported to the Department. Not all of Arizona has been surveyed for special status species, and surveys that have been conducted have varied greatly in scope and intensity. Such surveys may reveal previously undocumented population of species of special concern. 4. HabiMap Arizona data, specifically Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) under our State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) and Species of Economic and Recreational Importance (SERI), represent potential species distribution models for the State of Arizona which are subject to ongoing change, modification and refinement. The status of a wildlife resource can change quickly, and the availability of new data will necessitate a refined assessment.
Locations Accuracy Disclaimer: Project locations are assumed to be both precise and accurate for the purposes of environmental review. The creator/owner of the Project Review Report is solely responsible for the project location and thus the correctness of the Project Review Report content.
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Recommendations Disclaimer:
1. The Department is interested in the conservation of all fish and wildlife resources, including those species listed in this report and those that may have not been documented within the project vicinity as well as other game and nongame wildlife. 2. Recommendations have been made by the Department, under authority of Arizona Revised Statutes Title 5 (Amusements and Sports), 17 (Game and Fish), and 28 (Transportation). 3. Potential impacts to fish and wildlife resources may be minimized or avoided by the recommendations generated from information submitted for your proposed project. These recommendations are preliminary in scope, designed to provide early considerations on all species of wildlife. 4. Making this information directly available does not substitute for the Department's review of project proposals, and should not decrease our opportunity to review and evaluate additional project information and/or new project proposals. 5. Further coordination with the Department requires the submittal of this Environmental Review Report with a cover letter and project plans or documentation that includes project narrative, acreage to be impacted, how construction or project activity(s) are to be accomplished, and project locality information (including site map). Once AGFD had received the information, please allow 30 days for completion of project reviews. Send requests to: Project Evaluation Program, Habitat Branch Arizona Game and Fish Department 5000 West Carefree Highway Phoenix, Arizona 85086-5000 Phone Number: (623) 236-7600 Fax Number: (623) 236-7366 Or [email protected] 6. Coordination may also be necessary under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and/or Endangered Species Act (ESA). Site specific recommendations may be proposed during further NEPA/ESA analysis or through coordination with affected agencies
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Special Status Species and Special Areas Documented within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Agosia chrysogaster chrysogaster Gila Longfin Dace SC S 1B Allium bigelovii Bigelow Onion SR Anaxyrus microscaphus Arizona Toad SC S 1B Aquila chrysaetos Golden Eagle BGA S 1B Bat Colony Blue River Complex IBA Buteo plagiatus Gray Hawk SC CH for Empidonax traillii extimus Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Designated Critical Habitat CH for Gila intermedia Gila Chub Designated Critical Habitat CH for Lithobates chiricahuensis Chiricahua Leopard Frog Designated Critical Habitat CH for Meda fulgida Spikedace Designated Critical Habitat CH for Strix occidentalis lucida Mexican Spotted Owl Designated Critical Habitat CH for Tiaroga cobitis Loach Minnow Designated Critical Habitat CH for Xyrauchen texanus Razorback Sucker Designated Critical Habitat Canis lupus baileyi Mexican Wolf LE,XN 1A Catostomus clarkii Desert Sucker SC S S 1B Catostomus insignis Sonora Sucker SC S S 1B Cicindela oregona maricopa Maricopa Tiger Beetle SC Coccyzus americanus Yellow-billed Cuckoo (Western DPS) LT S 1A Conioselinum mexicanum Mexican Hemlock Parsley SC S Cyprinodon macularius Desert Pupfish LE 1A Echinocereus arizonicus ssp. Black-spined Hedgehog Cactus SR nigrihorridispinus Echinocereus fasciculatus Magenta-flower Hedgehog-cactus SR Empidonax traillii extimus Southwestern Willow Flycatcher LE 1A Eriogonum capillare San Carlos Wild-buckwheat SC SR Falco peregrinus anatum American Peregrine Falcon SC S S 1A Gila intermedia Gila Chub LE 1A Gila robusta Roundtail Chub CCA S S 1A Haliaeetus leucocephalus (wintering Bald Eagle - Winter Population SC, S S 1A pop.) BGA Heloderma suspectum Gila Monster 1A Kinosternon sonoriense sonoriense Desert Mud Turtle S 1B Lithobates chiricahuensis Chiricahua Leopard Frog LT 1A Lithobates yavapaiensis Lowland Leopard Frog SC S S 1A Macrotus californicus California Leaf-nosed Bat SC S 1B
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Special Status Species and Special Areas Documented within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Meda fulgida Spikedace LE 1A Myotis velifer Cave Myotis SC S 1B Myotis yumanensis Yuma Myotis SC 1B PCH for Coccyzus americanus Yellow-billed Cuckoo Proposed Critical Habitat PCH for Thamnophis eques Northern Mexican Gartersnake megalops Proposed Critical Habitat PCH for Thamnophis rufipunctatus Narrow-headed Gartersnake Proposed Critical Habitat Perityle ambrosiifolia Lace-leaf Rockdaisy S Phrynosoma cornutum Texas Horned Lizard SC Phrynosoma modestum Round-tailed Horned Lizard Poeciliopsis occidentalis Gila Topminnow LE 1A occidentalis Pyrgulopsis arizonae Bylas Springsnail SC S 1A Rhinichthys osculus Speckled Dace SC S 1B San Carlos Apache Indian San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation Reservation Strix occidentalis lucida Mexican Spotted Owl LT 1A Tadarida brasiliensis Brazilian Free-tailed Bat 1B Thamnophis rufipunctatus Narrow-headed Gartersnake LT S 1A Tiaroga cobitis Loach Minnow LE 1A Tryonia gilae Gila Tryonia SC S 1A
Note: Status code definitions can be found at https://www.azgfd.com/wildlife/planning/wildlifeguidelines/statusdefinitions/ .
Species of Greatest Conservation Need Predicted within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity based on Predicted Range Models Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Accipiter gentilis Northern Goshawk SC S S 1B Agosia chrysogaster Longfin Dace SC S 1B Aix sponsa Wood Duck 1B Ammodramus savannarum Western Grasshopper Sparrow 1B perpallidus Ammospermophilus harrisii Harris' Antelope Squirrel 1B Anaxyrus microscaphus Arizona Toad SC S 1B Anthus spragueii Sprague's Pipit SC 1A Antilocapra americana americana American Pronghorn 1B Aquila chrysaetos Golden Eagle BGA S 1B Aspidoscelis arizonae Arizona Striped Whiptail S 1B Aspidoscelis flagellicauda Gila Spotted Whiptail 1B
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Species of Greatest Conservation Need Predicted within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity based on Predicted Range Models Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Aspidoscelis stictogramma Giant Spotted Whiptail SC S 1B Aspidoscelis xanthonota Red-backed Whiptail SC S 1B Athene cunicularia hypugaea Western Burrowing Owl SC S S 1B Baeolophus ridgwayi Juniper Titmouse 1C Botaurus lentiginosus American Bittern 1B Buteo regalis Ferruginous Hawk SC S 1B Buteo swainsoni Swainson's Hawk 1C Buteogallus anthracinus Common Black Hawk 1C Callipepla squamata Scaled Quail 1C Calypte costae Costa's Hummingbird 1C Canis lupus baileyi Mexican Wolf LE,XN 1A Cardellina rubrifrons Red-faced Warbler 1C Castor canadensis American Beaver 1B Catostomus clarkii Desert Sucker SC S S 1B Catostomus insignis Sonora Sucker SC S S 1B Chordeiles minor Common Nighthawk 1B Cistothorus palustris Marsh Wren 1C Coccothraustes vespertinus Evening Grosbeak 1B Coccyzus americanus Yellow-billed Cuckoo (Western DPS) LT S 1A Colaptes chrysoides Gilded Flicker S 1B Coluber bilineatus Sonoran Whipsnake 1B Corynorhinus townsendii pallescens Pale Townsend's Big-eared Bat SC S S 1B Crotalus cerberus Arizona Black Rattlesnake 1B Crotalus tigris Tiger Rattlesnake 1B Cynanthus latirostris Broad-billed Hummingbird S 1B Cynomys ludovicianus Black-tailed Prairie Dog CCA S 1A Cyprinodon macularius Desert Pupfish LE 1A Cyrtonyx montezumae Montezuma Quail 1C Dipodomys spectabilis Banner-tailed Kangaroo Rat S 1B Empidonax traillii extimus Southwestern Willow Flycatcher LE 1A Empidonax wrightii Gray Flycatcher 1C Euderma maculatum Spotted Bat SC S S 1B Eugenes fulgens Rivoli's Hummingbird 1B Eumops perotis californicus Greater Western Bonneted Bat SC S 1B Falco peregrinus anatum American Peregrine Falcon SC S S 1A Gila intermedia Gila Chub LE 1A Gila robusta Roundtail Chub CCA S S 1A Haliaeetus leucocephalus Bald Eagle SC, S S 1A BGA
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Species of Greatest Conservation Need Predicted within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity based on Predicted Range Models Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Heloderma suspectum Gila Monster 1A Incilius alvarius Sonoran Desert Toad 1B Ixobrychus exilis Least Bittern 1C Kinosternon sonoriense sonoriense Desert Mud Turtle S 1B Lampornis clemenciae Blue-throated Hummingbird 1B Lasiurus blossevillii Western Red Bat S 1B Lasiurus xanthinus Western Yellow Bat S 1B Leopardus pardalis Ocelot LE 1A Leptonycteris yerbabuenae Lesser Long-nosed Bat SC 1A Lepus alleni Antelope Jackrabbit 1B Lithobates chiricahuensis Chiricahua Leopard Frog LT 1A Lithobates pipiens Northern Leopard Frog S S 1A Lithobates yavapaiensis Lowland Leopard Frog SC S S 1A Macrotus californicus California Leaf-nosed Bat SC S 1B Meda fulgida Spikedace LE 1A Melanerpes uropygialis Gila Woodpecker 1B Melospiza lincolnii Lincoln's Sparrow 1B Melozone aberti Abert's Towhee S 1B Micrathene whitneyi Elf Owl 1C Microtus longicaudus Long-tailed Vole 1B Microtus mexicanus Mexican Vole 1B Microtus montanus Montane Vole 1B Micruroides euryxanthus Sonoran Coralsnake 1B Myiarchus tyrannulus Brown-crested Flycatcher 1C Myiodynastes luteiventris Sulphur-bellied Flycatcher S 1B Myotis occultus Arizona Myotis SC S 1B Myotis velifer Cave Myotis SC S 1B Myotis yumanensis Yuma Myotis SC 1B Neotamias cinereicollis Gray-collared Chipmunk 1B Nyctinomops femorosaccus Pocketed Free-tailed Bat 1B Odocoileus virginianus White-tailed Deer 1B Oreothlypis luciae Lucy's Warbler 1C Ovis canadensis canadensis Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep 1B Panthera onca Jaguar LE 1A Passerculus sandwichensis Savannah Sparrow 1B Patagioenas fasciata Band-tailed Pigeon 1C Perognathus flavus goodpasteri Springerville Pocket Mouse SC S 1B Peromyscus nasutus Northern Rock Deermouse 1B Peucedramus taeniatus Olive Warbler 1C
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Species of Greatest Conservation Need Predicted within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity based on Predicted Range Models Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Phrynosoma solare Regal Horned Lizard 1B Poeciliopsis occidentalis Gila Topminnow LE 1A occidentalis Progne subis hesperia Desert Purple Martin S 1B Psiloscops flammeolus Flammulated Owl 1C Pyrgulopsis arizonae Bylas Springsnail SC S 1A Rallus limicola Virginia Rail 1C Rhinichthys osculus Speckled Dace SC S 1B Sciurus arizonensis Arizona Gray Squirrel 1B Setophaga petechia Yellow Warbler 1B Sphyrapicus nuchalis Red-naped Sapsucker 1C Sphyrapicus thyroideus Williamson's Sapsucker 1C Spizella atrogularis Black-chinned Sparrow 1C Spizella breweri Brewer's Sparrow 1C Strix occidentalis lucida Mexican Spotted Owl LT 1A Sturnella magna Eastern Meadowlark 1C Tadarida brasiliensis Brazilian Free-tailed Bat 1B Terrapene ornata Ornate Box Turtle 1A Thamnophis rufipunctatus Narrow-headed Gartersnake LT S 1A Tiaroga cobitis Loach Minnow LE 1A Toxostoma lecontei LeConte's Thrasher S 1B Troglodytes pacificus Pacific Wren 1B Tryonia gilae Gila Tryonia SC S 1A Vireo bellii arizonae Arizona Bell's Vireo 1B Vireo vicinior Gray Vireo S 1C Vulpes macrotis Kit Fox No 1B Status Xyrauchen texanus Razorback Sucker LE 1A
Species of Economic and Recreation Importance Predicted within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Callipepla gambelii Gambel's Quail Callipepla squamata Scaled Quail 1C Cervus elaphus Elk Cyrtonyx montezumae Montezuma Quail 1C Meleagris gallopavo Wild Turkey Odocoileus hemionus Mule Deer Odocoileus virginianus White-tailed Deer 1B Ovis canadensis canadensis Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep 1B
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Species of Economic and Recreation Importance Predicted within 3 Miles of Project Vicinity Scientific Name Common Name FWS USFS BLM NPL SGCN Patagioenas fasciata Band-tailed Pigeon 1C Pecari tajacu Javelina Phasianus colchicus Ring-necked Pheasant Puma concolor Mountain Lion Sciurus aberti Abert's Squirrel Sciurus nayaritensis Mexican Fox Squirrel Ursus americanus American Black Bear Zenaida asiatica White-winged Dove Zenaida macroura Mourning Dove
Project Type: Water Use, Transfer, and Channel Activities, Water diversion/channelization
Project Type Recommendations: During the planning stages of your project, please consider the local or regional needs of wildlife in regards to movement, connectivity, and access to habitat needs. Loss of this permeability prevents wildlife from accessing resources, finding mates, reduces gene flow, prevents wildlife from re-colonizing areas where local extirpations may have occurred, and ultimately prevents wildlife from contributing to ecosystem functions, such as pollination, seed dispersal, control of prey numbers, and resistance to invasive species. In many cases, streams and washes provide natural movement corridors for wildlife and should be maintained in their natural state. Uplands also support a large diversity of species, and should be contained within important wildlife movement corridors. In addition, maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem functions can be facilitated through improving designs of structures, fences, roadways, and culverts to promote passage for a variety of wildlife. Guidelines for many of these can be found at: https://www.azgfd.com/wildlife/planning/wildlifeguidelines/.
Minimize potential introduction or spread of exotic invasive species. Invasive species can be plants, animals (exotic snails), and other organisms (e.g., microbes), which may cause alteration to ecological functions or compete with or prey upon native species and can cause social impacts (e.g., livestock forage reduction, increase wildfire risk). The terms noxious weed or invasive plants are often used interchangeably. Precautions should be taken to wash all equipment utilized in the project activities before leaving the site. Arizona has noxious weed regulations (Arizona Revised Statutes, Rules R3-4-244 and R3-4-245). See Arizona Department of Agriculture website for restricted plants, https://agriculture.az.gov/. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has information regarding pest and invasive plant control methods including: pesticide, herbicide, biological control agents, and mechanical control, http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usdahome. The Department regulates the importation, purchasing, and transportation of wildlife and fish (Restricted Live Wildlife), please refer to the hunting regulations for further information https://www.azgfd.com/hunting/regulations.
Minimization and mitigation of impacts to wildlife and fish species due to changes in water quality, quantity, chemistry, temperature, and alteration to flow regimes (timing, magnitude, duration, and frequency of floods) should be evaluated. Minimize impacts to springs, in-stream flow, and consider irrigation improvements to decrease water use. If dredging is a project component, consider timing of the project in order to minimize impacts to spawning fish and other aquatic species (include spawning seasons), and to reduce spread of exotic invasive species. We recommend early direct coordination with Project Evaluation Program for projects that could impact water resources, wetlands, streams, springs, and/or riparian habitats.
Based on the project type entered, coordination with State Historic Preservation Office may be required (http://azstateparks.com/SHPO/index.html).
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Consider incorporating project components that may allow for the inclusion to promote, enhance, create, or restore wildlife habitat. Contact Project Evaluation Program for further information and opportunities, [email protected] or (623) 236-7600 or https://www.azgfd.com/agency/offices/
Based on the project type entered, coordination with Arizona Department of Water Resources may be required (http://www.azwater.gov/azdwr/default.aspx).
Based on the project type entered, coordination with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers may be required (http://www.usace.army.mil/)
Based on the project type entered, coordination with County Flood Control district(s) may be required.
Based on the project type entered, coordination with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act) may be required (http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/arizona/).
Project Location and/or Species Recommendations: HDMS records indicate that one or more native plants listed on the Arizona Native Plant Law and Antiquities Act have been documented within the vicinity of your project area. Please contact: Arizona Department of Agriculture 1688 W Adams St. Phoenix, AZ 85007 Phone: 602.542.4373 https://agriculture.az.gov/environmental-services/np1
HDMS records indicate that one or more listed, proposed, or candidate species or Critical Habitat (Designated or Proposed) have been documented in the vicinity of your project. The Endangered Species Act (ESA) gives the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) regulatory authority over all federally listed species. Please contact USFWS Ecological Services Offices at http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/arizona/ or:
Phoenix Main Office Tucson Sub-Office Flagstaff Sub-Office 2321 W. Royal Palm Rd, Suite 103 201 N. Bonita Suite 141 SW Forest Science Complex Phoenix, AZ 85021 Tucson, AZ 85745 2500 S. Pine Knoll Dr. Phone: 602-242-0210 Phone: 520-670-6144 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Fax: 602-242-2513 Fax: 520-670-6155 Phone: 928-556-2157 Fax: 928-556-2121
HDMS records indicate that Chiricahua Leopard Frogs have been documented within the vicinity of your project area. Please review the Chiricahua Leopard Frog Management Guidelines found at: https://www.azgfd.com/PortalImages/files/wildlife/planningFor/wildlifeFriendlyGuidelines/FINALLithchirHabitatGdlns.pdf
HDMS records indicate that Peregrine Falcons have been documented within the vicinity of your project area. Please review the Peregrine Falcon Management Guidelines at: https://www.azgfd.com/PortalImages/files/wildlife/planningFor/wildlifeFriendlyGuidelines/peregrineFalconConservGuideli nes.pdf.
The analysis has detected one or more Important Bird Areas within your project vicinity. Please see http://aziba.org/?page_id=38 for details about the Important Bird Area(s) identified in the report.
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Tribal Lands are within the vicinity of your project area and may require further coordination. Please contact: San Carlos Apache Tribal Council PO Box 0 San Carlos, AZ 85550 (928) 475-2361 (928) 475-2567 (fax)
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Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org) A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list TUFTED SAND VERBENA Abronia bigelovii G3 S3 NM Rio Arriba, CAR, SFE Mining, ORVs Endemic to gypsum outcrops within a fairly small range. The habitat is very limited Sandoval, Santa and specialized. Populations are stable, but this specialized plant has no potential Fe to expand into other habitats. Small populations could be easily extirpated. 3 PIMA INDIAN MALLOW Abutilon parishii G2 S2 AZ Gila, Graham, COR, TON Mining, recreation and trail construction, livestock Plants now occur mostly in steep, rocky terrain, which may be refugial habitat free Maricopa, Pima, trampling, very palatable to livestock and wildlife, from grazing pressure. Populations are small and have few plants. Populations Pinal, Santa Cruz, buffelgrass invasion, drought appear to decline in dry years. Various threats could extirpate small populations. 4 Yavapai WRIGHT'S DOGWEED Adenophyllum wrightii var. G1? SNR,S1 AZ,NM,Mex Apache, Grant GIL Populations are small and fluctuate greatly from year- This plant was thought possibly to be extinct until several small populations were wrightii to-year. Some populations are in roadside swales recently discovered in New Mexico. It is likely extirpated from Arizona and Mexico, where they could be damaged by road maintenance its other historic locations. It grows in swales and drainages in open pinyon-juniper activities. Noxious weed invasion and/or eradication woodlands. This habitat has historically been severely overgrazed. The response are potential threats. of this plant to grazing is unknown. This plant grows in a type of habitat that is often invaded by noxious weeds. Either invasion of noxious weeds or midguided noxious weed eradication attempts are management concerns. During the abnormally wet summer of 2006, numerous populations of this plant were discovered in Grant and Sierra counties, New Mexico. It is now considered to be common within its range in New Mexico. Dr. Richard Spellenberg found it at several locations in western Chihuahua in the fall of 2007 and found it to be abundant at one location there. It is no longer included on New Mexico's list of rare plants.
5 TONTO BASIN AGAVE Agave delamateri G1G2 S1 AZ Gila, Maricopa, COC, PRE, This plant has a small range and few individuals. There are indications that populations may be declining. No evidence of sexual Yavapai TON Threats rangewide include urbans sprawl, reservoir reproduction has ever been found. There are signs of stress during the dry months expansion and associated activities, road of May and June. There is evidence of snout weevil damage that can transmit a improvements and realignments, ORV activity, and fatal fungus disease. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly increased fire frequency due to non-native annual Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). grasses. Plants can be infested by a snout weevil that caries a potentially fatal fungus disease. 6 HOHOKAM AGAVE Agave murpheyi G2 S2 AZ Gila, Maricopa, TON This plant has a small range and few individuals. This plant is know from 60 clones, these usually in association with pre-Columbian Pinal, Yavapai Threats include land clearing, collection, reservoir archeological features. It only reproduces asexually and thus has little dispersal expansion and associated activities, recreatioin potential. The small number of populations and plants with limited reproductive activities, livestock grazing, and rodent predation. potential make it easy to extirpate populations. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 7 SANTA CRUZ STRIPED AGAVE Agave parviflora ssp. G3T3 S3 AZ Pima, Santa Cruz COR Limited range, road maintenance, collecting This attractive agave is locally abundant within small range. Collecting is considered parviflora to be a minor threat. It is being retained of the Sensitive Species List because the State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the 8 Arizona Native Plant Law). PHILLIPS' AGAVE Agave phillipsiana G1T1? SNR AZ Coconino, Yavapai COC, PRE Rarity, limited distribution, specialized habitat This plant has a small range and few individuals. Threats rangewide include urban sprawl, reservoir expansion and associated activities, road improvements and realignments, ORV activity, and increased fire frequency due to non-native annual 9 grasses. TRELEASE AGAVE Agave schottii var. treleasei G5T1Q S1 AZ Pima COR Small populations, herbivore predation on flowering This plant is known from less than 12 clones in the Santa Catalina and Ajo stalks. Mountains. It is vulnerable to extinction from any activity that might destroy clones, although known clones appear relatively secure. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 10 SACRED MOUNTAIN AGAVE Agave verdensis GNR SNR AZ Yavapai COC Limited distribution and specialized habitat/ urban Recently described, not rated in NatureServe, limited distribution, specialized development, grazing. Threats are similar to those for habitat, urban development, grazing, 9 collections in Sacred Mountain area on A. delamateri N4. Yavapai County, Coconino NF, threats are similar to those for A. delamateri N4. 11 PAGE SPRINGS AGAVE Agave yavapaiensis GNR SNR AZ Yavapai COC Limited distribution and specialized habitat/ urban Recently described, not rated in NatureServe, limited distribution, specialized development, grazing. habitat, urban development and grazing, only 3 collections in Page Springs area, 12 Yavapai County, Coconino NF. N4. GOODDING'S ONION Allium gooddingii G4 S3S4,S1 AZ,NM Apache, Greenlee, A-S, COR, GIL, Grazing, logging, any degradation of riparian habitats This plant is very palatable and can be heavily grazed. The greatest threat is Pima, Catron, LIN logging that will open up and dry out the moist habitat. This plant is being managed Lincoln, San Juan under a conservation agreement in which the Forest Service has agreed to retain this species on its Sensitive Species list. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 13 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list SAIYA Amoreuxia gonzalezii G1 S1 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Very rare in southern Arizona. It is very palatable to This plant is known from only two or three sites in the U.S., all on the Coronado NF. livestock and javalina will dig up the rootstock. It was The habitat is open rocky limestone hillsides at about 4,500 ft elevation. Grazing used as a food plant by native Americans, as all parts management is a concern because plants are very palatable. Competition and of the plant are edible. The habitat is subject to habitat changes from the introduction of exotic forage grasses is also a concern and invasion by buffelgrass and Lehman's lovegrass that could have eliminated much potentially suitable habitat. compete with the plant and change the fire regime.
14 LARGE-FLOWERED BLUE STAR Amsonia grandiflora G2 S2 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Small number of populations, limited reproduction, The entire world distribution is 15-20 populations in two mountain ranges. Plants private land development, natural disturbance are long-lived and reproduce from rhizomes, but few seedlings are seen. Plants are non-palatable to livestock and regenerate well after fire. With development of private land, the national forest could become the refugial location for this plant. 15 MOGOLLON DEATH CAMAS Anticlea mogollonensis G3 S3 NM Catron GIL extremely narrow range, fire This plant is a very narrow endemic, known only from the Mogollon Mountains in the (=Zigadenus m.) area of White Water Baldy and adjacent peaks. It grows in organic soils in understory of upper montane and subalpine coniferous forest, often with aspen at 8,700-10,500 ft. It occurs mostly in the Gila Wilderness where there are few threats. The effects of forest fire are unknown. 16 CHAPLINE'S COLUMBINE Aquilegia chaplinei (=A. G4T2 S2 NM Eddy LIN Drought, water diversions, recreation This is a wetland plant that grows at seeps and springs. Habitat is very limited. It is chrysantha var. chaplinei) endemic to the southern Sacramento (where is is likely extirpated) and Guadalupe mountains. Continued drought could dry up some habitats. Water diversions could effect others. There have been some impacts from recreation. 17 CHIRICAHUA ROCK CRESS Arabis tricornuta G1? S1? AZ Cochise, Pima COR Rarity, possibly recreation This plant is known from 9 locations, most of them in the Chiricahus Mts. It occurs near Rustler Park, Barefoot Peak, and Piney Campground that get heavy recreational use. Potential recreation impacts on this plant need to be monitored. 18 MT. DELLENBAUGH SANDWORT Arenaria aberrans G3? SNR AZ Mohave, Coconino, Yavapai,COC, KAI, and GilaRarity This plant is poorly understood. It appears to grow in rocky habitats of ridges and PRE, TON cany on rims. It is endemic to Arizona in only four counties and is known from only 16 specimens. It was on 1999 Sensitive Species List and Barb Phillips, Botanist for three of the four Forests where it occurs, recommends its retention. 19 LEMMON MILKWEED Asclepias lemmonii G4? S2 AZ,Mex Cochise, Pima COR Fire, herbicides This plant is found only in the Chiricahua, Huachuca, and Santa Rita mountains in Arizona, and in Mexico. It is rather uncommon where it occurs. It appears to be somewhat tolerent of disturbance and could occur where noxious weeds need control. It has been collected where fire has occurred, but its direct tollerence to fire 20 is unknown. GREENE MILKWEED Asclepias uncialis ssp. G3G4T2T3 SNR,S2 AZ,NM,CO,OK,U Apache, Santa A-S, CIB, COR, Rarity, fire, herbicides It has a broad range, but is always rare and has small populations. Reported to uncialis T Cruz, Yavapai, GIL, PRE, SFE prefer stable climax or near climax plains grassland communities. Reported to not Colfax, Grant, San tolerate competition from weedy annuals. Its responses to fire and grazing are Miguel, Union unknown, but it may not tolerate factors that cause general habitat degradation. A specimen at UNM Herbarium documents Greene milkweed from Mesita de los Ladrones, Anton Chico Grant, Santa Fe NF. 21 ZUNI MILKVETCH Astragalus accumbens G3 S3 NM Cibola, McKinley CIB Rarity, ORVs, herbicides, mining Restricted to detrital clay soils of the Chinle and Baca formations. Occurs in the same very restricted habitat as the endangered Zuni fleabane. The habitat has potential for uranium mining. The open clay hills are attractive to ORV users, but are little impacted now due to remote localities. Milkvetches, also called locoweeds, are sometimes targeted as noxious weeds because some are poisonous to 22 livestock. GUMBO MILKVETCH Astragalus ampullarius G2 S1 AZ,UT Coconino, Mojave KAI Rarity Grows in restricted habitat of clay, saline, seleniferous soils of the Chinle and Moenkopi formations. Known from only one locality on the North Kaibab Ranger 23 District in desertscrub vegetation. TALL MILKVETCH Astragalus altus G2 S2 NM Otero LIN Road maintenance, noxious weeds control programs A narrow endemic inhabiting the forests around Cloudcroft. There are now 18 known locations for this species on NFS lands; additional locations are on tribal lands. It often inhabits road cuts and other sites for some years after disturbance where it is vulnerable to road maintenance activities and noxious weeds control programs. 24 MAGUIRE'S (COPPERMINE) Astragalus cobrensis var. G4T2 S2,S1? AZ,NM Cochise, Hidalgo COR Rarity, natural disturbances, recreation, grazing Plants occur in highly vulnerable narrow shady canyons, which are areas of high MILKVETCH maguirei impact due to grazing (plants are palatable), recreation and natural disturbance. 25 These plants require riparian habitat. MARBLE CANYON MILKVETCH Astragalus cremnophylax G1T1 S1 AZ Coconino KAI Rarity Presently known only from the Navajo Nation on the east rim of Marble Canyon var. hevronii where it is known from 6 sites with about 265 plants. Suitable unsurveyed habitat 26 occurs on the North Kaibab Ranger District A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list CLIFF MILKVETCH Astragalus cremnophylax G1T1 S1 AZ Coconino KAI Rarity, recreation This variety is endemic to the Buckskin Mountains where 13 sites and about 750 var. myriorrhaphis individual plants are known. It grows in crevices and depressions on rimrock benches. An informal hiking trail traverses one of the populations. 27 VILLOUS GROUNDCOVER Astragalus humistratus var. G4G5T3? SNR,SNR AZ,NM Apache, Catron A-S, CIB, GIL Rarity This variety is endemic to a small area of eastern Arizona and western New Mexico MILKVETCH crispulus where it is known from 10 localities. It grows on bare ground in colonies and may be vulnerable to road building and other ground disturbing activities. A brief profile on the variety is available at http://nmrareplants.unm.edu 28 HUACHUCA MILKVETCH Astragalus hypoxylus G1 S1 AZ Cochise, Santa COR Rarity, grazing, recreation This species has a limited range and small populations. Populations have large Cruz fluctuations and high mortality due to drought. Plants are subject to trampling from hikers and cattle. One population occupies a four-wheel drive road where plants are 29 damaged by vehicles. KERR'S MILKVETCH Astragalus kerrii G2 S2 NM Lincoln LIN Rarity, fire, recreation This species is confined to the eastern half of the Capitan Mts. Its natural habitat appears to be dry arroyos that get some disturbance, but it has been found on old logging roads that get some vehicle traffic. The effects of forest fire or absence of a natural fire regime on this plant have not been studied. 30 CHACO MILKVETCH Astragalus micromerius G2 S2 NM McKinley, Rio CIB, SFE Rarity, recreation, mining This diminutive endemic is usually associated with outcrops of sandstone that are Arriba, San Juan blended with Todilto gypsum or limestone. It has a fairly wide range, but is sporadically distributed in isolated populations. It occurs in the pinyon-juniper zone where some populations may be in sites attractive for ORV use. Mining for building stone is possible, but unlikely. Three specimens at UNM Herbarium document the presence of this plant on the Coyote RD, Santa Fe NF. Some suitable habitat may exist on Carson NF in the viciity of Abiquiu, but there are no confirmed localities north of the Chama R. The Carson NF should search for this plant during projects in suitable habitat on the extreme SW corner of the Forest
31 PAGOSA MILKVETCH Astragalus missouriensis var. G5T1 SNR NM,CO Rio Arriba CAR Rarity, oil and gas development, ORV activity This milkvetch is limited to clay soils of the Mancos and Lewis formations. It is humistratus vulnerable to disturbance at its few limited localities. Region 2 has done an excellent status report (Decker, 2006) that is available online and is linked through the New Mexico Rare Plants website. 32 RIPLEY MILKVETCH Astragalus ripleyi G3 S3? NM,CO Rio Arriba, Taos CAR Vegetation management, grazing Astragalus ripleyi may occasionally be impacted by brush control projects since it is often found in pi on-juniper-oak communities and with big sagebrush. It is also grazed by livestock and wildlife. This desirable forage plant somewhat resembles the poisonous A. lonchocarpus and could be subjected to local eradication efforts that, misguidedly, target all species of Astragalus . 33 RUSBY'S MILKVETCH Astragalus rusbyi G3 S3 AZ Coconino COC, KAI Rarity This species has a very limited range on the lower slopes of the San Francisco Peaks and Oak Creek Canyon. Its response to fire or an unnatural fire regime is 34 variable, but not detrimental. ONE-FLOWERED MILKVETCH Astragalus wittmannii G3 S3 NM Colfax, Harding, CIB Rarity, mining This plant grows on Greenhorn limestone hills and knolls in shortgrass prairie. It is Mora endemic to northeastern New Mexico. At least 20 locations have been recorded for this species. Limestone knoll habitats are occasionally mined for roadbase 35 materials. AYENIA Ayenia jaliscana (= A. GNR S1 AZ,Mex Santa Cruz COR Extreme rarity, grazing Nomenclature change. The nomenclature for this species has been confused in the truncata) past leading some plants to be identified a A. truncata and some as A. glabra , which is actually a separate species. No matter how treated, it is a rare plant in Arizona, known from fewer than 5 sites in the US. It is a woody perennial that often dies back to the ground in winter and resprouts in May. Its responses to grazing and habitat disturbance have not been studied. 36 SIERRA BLANCA KITTENTAILS Besseya oblongifolia G2Q S2 NM Lincoln, Otero LIN Extreme rarity, recreation This plant is endemic to alpine tundra on Sierra Blanca. A specimen from Taos County has been determined to be another species, which makes this plant limited to a single small area on Sierra Blanca, which is the southern-most alpine tundra in the US. Plants could be subject to trampling or other recreation-related activities 37 such as trail building. CRENULATE MOONWORT Botrychium crenulatum G3 SH AZ; western US; Coconino COC Extreme rarity This plant is known from a single very old collection on San Francisco Peaks. It is western Can rare and sporadic throughout its broad range in the western US and Canada. 38 Management needs are unknown. BUSH-VIOLET Browallia eludens G1G2 S1 AZ,Mex Santa Cruz COR Rarity, various activities occur in its habitat that need The plant is an annual and populations fluctuate drastically with moisture conditions. evaluation Activities in its habitat include fuelwood cutting, military operations, recreation, grazing, and natural floods. The impacts from these activities need evaluation. 39 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list PECOS MARIPOSA LILY Calochortus gunnisonii var. G5T4? S4? NM Mora, San Miguel SFE Rarity, grazing, loss of aspen stands and meadows This is a rare color form of a more common species. It is found only in the eastern perpulcher from conifer encroachment, loss of natural fire part of the Pecos Wilderness. It is less abundant than Heritage Program rank would regimes, collecting indicate. Responses to grazing and forest fire are unknown. Gardening hobbyists will occasionally take mariposa lily bulbs from their native habitats. It has not been confirmed from the Carson NF part of the Pecos Wilderness, but should be looked 40 for. CHILTEPIN Capsicum annuum var. G5T5 S2 AZ,TX,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Grazing, collecting Chiltepin is a wild pepper that is sometimes collected for cooking. The Coronado NF glabriusculum has established the Chiltepin Botanical Area for conservaiton of this plant. Grazing is restricted during the plant's growing season. This plant is of agronomic interest because of its close relation to cultivated peppers and of cultural interest because of its long history of use in local cooking. 41 CHIHUAHUAN SEDGE Carex chihuahuensis G2G4 S2S3 AZ,NM,Mex Cochise, Graham, COR, TON Grazing, trampling This plant grows in wet meadows, cienegas, marshy areas, and canyon bottoms. Gila, Pima, Santa Grazing can heavily impact these areas if not properly managed. Cruz, Hidalgo 42 COCHISE SEDGE Carex ultra (=C.spissa var. G3? S2,S3? AZ,NM,Mex Cochise, COC, COR, Grazing, trampling This plant grows in saturated soil near perennial seeps, streams, and springs. ultra) Coconino, PRE, TON Grazing can heavily impact these areas if not properly managed. Graham, Pima, Santa Cruz, Yavapai, Hidalgo 43 KAIBAB PAINTBRUSH Castilleja kaibabensis G2 S2 AZ Coconino KAI Extremely narrow range, grazing, highway This plant grows in the driest most exposed sites of subalpine meadows. It is fairly maintenance common in its extremely narrow range of about 12 square miles. OHV use in habitat is prohibited. The habitat is grazed. Due to the extremely narrow range, this plant should have regular monitoring to determine population trends. 44 WHITE MOUNTAINS PAINTBRUSH Castilleja mogollonica G1Q S1 AZ Apache A-S Narrow range, livestock impacts, recreation Livestock grazing and recreation are the major impacts to this species. Lee Valley, Colter, and White Mountain reservoirs have eliminated habitat and the associated recreation has degraded other habitat. This plant has been observed to decrease with grazing, this being mostly from trampling and habitat degradation rather than 45 direct consumption of plants. TRANS-PECOS INDIAN Castilleja nervata G3Q S1 AZ,Mex Cochise, Graham, COR Rarity, grazing, loss of natural fire regime This plant grows in only a few sites in bunch grass meadows that need fire for long- PAINTBRUSH Santa Cruz term maintenance. These meadows also need careful grazing management. 46 SANTA CRUZ STAR LEAF Choisya mollis G2? S2 AZ Santa Cruz COR Low numbers and narrow distribution, fire This rare shrub is limited to a small area of the Pajarito, Atascosa, and Tumacacori mountains. It usually grows in the shade of oaks in Madrean evergreen woodland communities. It appears to reproduce mostly from rhizomes. Population trends and 47 responses to fire are unknown. TUSAYAN RABBITBRUSH, Chrysothamnus molestus G3 S3 AZ Apache, Coconino, COC, KAI Grazing, loss of natural fire regimes This shrub is sometimes heavily grazed by cattle and elk. It develops a prostate DISTURBED RABBITBRUSH Navajo growth form in response to grazing. The combination of drought and heavy grazing can cause high plant mortality. This plant grows in openings in juniper woodlands. Habitat is lost when woodlands become more dense from absence of fire. 48 ARIZONA BUGBANE Cimicifuga arizonica G2 S2 AZ Coconino, Gila COC, KAI, TON Low numbers and specialized habitat, grazing, This plant occurs in moist, shaded, mixed conifer canyons. It is being managed recreation, and catastrophic flooding under a conservation agreement between the USFWS and Forest Service and thus was removed from candidate status. The Forest Service has agreed to retain it as sensitive. It is subject to several threats, but monitoring indicates that populations are stable. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 49 GILA THISTLE Cirsium gilense G3G5Q S2 AZ,NM Apache , A-S, GIL Rarity, noxious weeds control programs This rare plant could be mistaken as a noxious weed and become the victim of Greenlee, Catron, eradicaiton efforts. Several biocontrols introduced to control exotic thistles also 50 Sierra attack the native ones. MOGOLLON THISTLE Cirsium parryi ssp. G4T1 S1 AZ Coconino COC Low numbers and extremely narrow range, noxious The known range of this species is less than 1 square mile. Several biocontrols mogollonicum weeds control programs introduced to control exotic thistles also attack the native ones. 51 WRIGHT'S MARSH THISTLE Cirsium wrightii C G2 S1,S2 AZ,NM,TX, Mex Cochise, Chaves, LIN Rarity, limited habitat, loss of wetland habitat, noxious This plant was made a USFWS Candidate species in 2010. It is is an obligate Guadalupe, Otero, weeds control programs wetland species and subject to habitat loss from various causes. It is known from Sierra only seven sights, with two of these extirpated due to habitat loss. Several biocontrols introduced to control exotic thistles also attack the native ones. 52 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list ARIZONA LEATHERFLOWER, Clematis hirsutissima var. G4 S2,S4 AZ,NM, and Apache, Coconino, CAR, CIB, Logging, recreation, land development This plant was formerly considered to be a narrow endemic with the name Clematis CLUSTERED LEATHERFLOWER hirsutissima Rocky Mountains Colfax, McKinley, COC, LIN, KAI, hirsutissima var. arizonica. Variety arizonica was placed in synonomy with variety States northward Otero, Rio Arriba, SFE (Sensitive hirsutissima in the Flora of North America, Vol. 3, thus the variety now has a much Socorro only for AZ broader range. The plant remains rare in Arizona and has been retained by the forests) State as an endangered plant (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant 53 Law). MEXICAN HEMLOCK PARSLEY Conioselinum mexicanum G2 S1 AZ,Mex Santa Cruz COR Extreme rarity This plant is known in southern Arizona from only 2 very old specimens. Extant 54 populations need to be found to evaluate management needs. SANTA CRUZ BEEHIVE CACTUS Corypantha recurvata G3 S3 AZ, Mex Santa Cruz COR Limited range, grazing, collecting It has a small range and is considered an AZ rare plant, but CNF surveys have greatly increased the known abundance to 40+ locations. It is being retained of the Sensitive Species List because the State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 55 SMOOTH BABYBONNETS Coursetia glabella G3? S1 AZ,Mex Cochise, Santa COR Rarity, grazing This plant is known from only 9 locations in southern Arizona. Kearney and Peebles Cruz (1960) suggests it is heavily grazed, but quickly recovers. More populations are 56 needed to adequately assess management needs. WOOTON'S HAWTHORN Crategus wootoniana G3? S3? NM Catron, Grant, GIL, LIN Rarity, logging, fire This rare understory tree grows in canyon bottoms in lower montane conifer forest. Lincoln, Otero It could be sensitive to overstory removal. The effect of fire is unknown. 57 YELLOW LADY'S-SLIPPER Cypripedium parviflorum var. G5T5 S1, S2? AZ.NM, northern Apache, Graham, A-S, CAR, GIL, Recreation, collecting This showy orchid is common in the northern and eastern US. It reaches the pubescens (=C. calceolus and eastern US Greenlee, Catron, LIN, SFE southwestern extent of its range in AZ and NM. It is relatively common in northern var. pubescens, C. Colfax, Grant, NM, but populations are small and scattered. It is rare in southwestern NM and pubescens) Otero, San Juan, adjacent eastern AZ. The population in Otero Co., NM, based on a very old San Miguel, Santa specimen, may be extirpated. The States of Arizona and New Mexico both list this Fe, Taos plant as endangered. It is rare in AZ (Heritage rank of S1). This plant is vulnerable to collecting and recreation (hiking trails go through some populations). 58 GENTRY INDIGO BUSH Dalea tentaculoides G1 S1 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Rarity, grazing, flooding The only extant population is in Sycamore Canyon on the Sierra Vista Ranger District. The canyon is closed to grazing, but trespass cattle come up from Mexico. Plants could be destroyed by scouring floods, the severity of which is partly determined by upstream watershed conditions on the Forest. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant 59 Law). ALPINE LARKSPUR Delphinium alpestre G2G3 S2? NM,CO Taos CAR Rarity, fire, noxious weeds programs Alpine and subalpine. Response to fire unknown but it is generally in alpine meadows where fire would not have much effect. Larkspurs are poisonous to cattle 60 and sometimes targeted for eradication. ROBUST LARKSPUR Delphinium robustum G2? S? NM Colfax, Rio Arriba, CAR, SFE Rarity, fire or absence of natural fire regime, noxious This plant grows in canyon bottoms and aspen groves from about 7,000-11,000 ft. Sandoval, Taos weeds control programs Its response to fire is unknown, and it could possibly benefit from more frequent fire than is presently occurring. Larkspurs are poisonous to cattle and sometimes targeted for eradication. No specimens from Rio Arriba or Sandoval counties are held at the UNM Herbarium, but Warnock (1997) in Flora of North America identifies this plant as occurring in the San Pedro and Jemez mountains, which would include the Cuba and Jemez RDs, Santa Fe NF. 61 METCALFE'S TICK-TREFOIL Desmodium metcalfei G3G4 SNR,S3? AZ,NM Cochise, COC, COR, Rarity, grazing There are few recent collections of this rare plant. This plant is likely very palatable. Coconino, Grant, PRE, GIL 62 Sierra HEIL'S ALPINE WHITLOWGRASS Draba heilii GNR SNR NM Mora, Rio Arriba SFE Extreme rarity, recreation This is an alpine tundra plant known only from a small part of the Pecos Wilderness. Searches are needed to better evaluste its abundance and threats. It was named in 2009 (Al-Shehbaz. Havard Papers in Botany 14:83-86). 63 SMALL-HEADED GOLDENWEED Ericameria microcephala G2 S2 NM Rio Arriba, Taos CAR Narrow range and specialized habitat, recreation This plant has a very narrow range in the vicinity of Tres Piedras. It grows on rock (=Haplopappus m.) outcrops where it is protected from most impacts. Recreational rock climbing is a 64 present minor threat. GUADALUPE RABBITBRUSH Ericameria nauseosa var. G5T2 S2 NM Eddy, Otero LIN Rarity, oil and gas development This plant most often occurs on cliff faces or among boulders, which offer protection texensis (=Chrysothamnus n. from most human activities. The interest in oil and gas exploration has recently ssp t.) increased in the region where this plant occurs. Possible imacts from this activity 65 have not yet been evaluated. MOGOLLON FLEABANE Erigeron anchana G2 S2 AZ Gila TON Narrow range, recreation, fire This plant is a central Arizona endemic limited to the Sierra Ancha and Mazatzal mountains in Gila County. It grows in limited habitat of granite cliff faces in chaparral through pine forests. These communities can produce very hot fires. The potential effects for this plant are unknown. There are possible impacts to this plant from trail 66 building and recreation. ARID THRONE FLEABANE Erigeron arisolius G2 S2 AZ, Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Infrequent occurrence, grazing This plant is found at scattered localities in extreme southeastern Arizona. It favors Santa Cruz moist areas in grasslands and grassy openings that are favorite feeding areas for 67 livestock. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list HELIOGRAPH PEAK FLEABANE Erigeron heliographis G1 S1 AZ Graham COR Extremely limited distribution, recreation, road Endemic to Pinaleno Mts. At high altitudes. Needs study to determine vulnerability to 68 building and other construction, fire development, recreation, and fire. HESS' FLEABANE Erigeron hessii G1 S1 NM Catron GIL Extreme rarity, fire A very narrow endemic of the Mogollon Mountains in southwestern New Mexico. It is presently known from only two locations in the vicinity of Whitewater Baldy in the Gila Wilderness. Each population consists of only a few hundred plants. Plants grow on rock outcrops so there are have few potential impacts, but they could be vulnerable to catastrophic wildfire. The State of New Mexico lists this plant as 69 endangered. CHIRICAHUA FLEABANE Erigeron kuschei G1 S1 AZ Cochise COR Rarity and specialized habitat, fire, disease This plant grows on shaded north-facing cliffs in mixed conifer forest. It could be directly vulnerable to fire or the killing of overstory trees from fire or disease could cause the moist shaded habitat to dry out. Logging is not a factor because this plant 70 is mostly in wilderness. FISH CREEK FLEABANE Erigeron piscaticus G1 S1 AZ Graham TON Extreme rarity, recreation This plant is historically known from three locations with two of them likely now extirpated. The site on Tonto NF in Fish Creek Canyon of the Superstition Mountains is one of the extirpated sites. This plant is an annual that grows in upper flood plain terraces in moist shady canyon bottoms. It is vulnerable to recreation impacts and perhaps other activities. Searches are needed for additional 71 populations. ROCK FLEABANE Erigeron saxatilis G3 S3 AZ Coconino, Yavapai COC, KAI, PRE Rarity, recreation This plant grows on cliff faces in canyons within a limited range. It may be 72 vulnerable to recreational impacts and cliff destruction. SIVINSKI'S FLEABANE Erigeron sivinskii G2 S1,S2 AZ,NM Apache, McKinley CIB Rarity, specialized habitat, ORVs, mining This plant is known from only two small areas, Zuni Mountains, McKinley County, NM, and one area of the Navajo Nation. It grows on barren shale slopes of the Chinle formation, a very specialized and limited habitat. These barren hills are sometimes attractive for rour-wheelers and dirt bikes. The Chinle Formation has potential for uraniuim mining, although this is presently not economical. 73 PECOS FLEABANE Erigeron subglaber G3 S3 NM San Miguel, Taos CAR, SFE Limited distribution, fire This plant grows in subalpine meadows of high elevation coniferous forest. It could be vulnerable to forest fires, although these communities burn enfrequently. During a recent forest fire, knowledge of this rare plant helped protect it from having fire 74 lines cut through its habitat. HEATHLEAF WILD BUCKWHEAT Eriogonum ericifolium var. G3G4T2 S2 AZ Coconino, Yavapai A-S, COC, PRE Limited distribution, specialized habitat, urban This plant grows on white powdery gypseous limestone of Tertiary lakebed deposits ericifolium development, grazing where it occurs with several other rare plants adapted to this specialized habitat. Private land in this habitat in the Verde Valley is being developed resulting in local plant extirpations. The habitat is grazed. The plant from the A/S NF in Coconino Co. is from a different habitat than the others and needs to be verified. 75 MORTON WILD BUCKWHEAT Eriogonum mortonianum G1 S1 AZ Mohave KAI Extreme rarity, highway maintenance, grazing This plant is known from a single population. It is not on national forest land although the Kaibab NF has unsurveyed suitable habitat. The population of about 750 plants is partly in highway right-of-way where it could by impacted by highway maintenance. The habitat is grazed. It occurs with the equally rare Atwood wild 76 buckwheat. RIPLEY WILD BUCKWHEAT Eriogonum ripleyi G2 S2 AZ Maricopa, Mohave, COC, PRE, Limited distribution, specialized habitat, urban This plant grows on white powdery gypseous limestone of Tertiary lakebed deposits Yavapai TON development, grazing where it occurs with several other rare plants adapted to this specialized habitat. Private land in this habitat in the Verde Valley is being developed resulting in local plant extirpations. The habitat is grazed. 77 ATWOOD WILD BUCKWHEAT Eriogonum thompsonae var. G4T1 S1 AZ Mohave KAI Extreme rarity, highway maintenance, grazing, brush This plant is known from two populations. It is not on national forest land although atwoodii clearing, ORVs the Kaibab NF has unsurveyed suitable habitat. The population is partly in highway right-of-way where it could by impacted by highway maintenance. The habitat is grazed. It occurs with the equally rare Morton wild buckwheat. 78 VILLARD'S PINCUSHION CACTUS Escobaria villardii G2 S2 NM Do a Ana?, Otero LIN Limited distribution This plant is confirmed only from the western slope of the Sacramento Mountains; there is a doubtful reported occurrence from the Organ Mts. The habitat is grazed, but the rocky habitat of this cactus is usually not impacted. The State of New Mexico 79 lists this plant as endangered. WISLIZENI GENTIAN Gentianella wislizeni G2 S1 AZ,Mex Cochise, Greenlee A-S, COR Limited distribution, grazing, recreation This plant grows in high elevation clearings in pine-oak and mixed conifer forests at 2,060-2,880 m (6,880-9,600 ft). It appears to benefit from some disturbance such as low intensity fire. It flowers in late summer when its habitat tends to be most heavily grazed thus the seed crop is lost or reduced with grazing, which could be critical for a plant with low population numbers. Some of its habitats in the Chiricahua Mountains gets heavy recreational use. 80 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list SHOOTINGSTAR GERANIUM Geranium dodecatheoides GNR SNR NM Lincoln LIN Extreme rarity, recreation, collecting This plant is known only from Three Rivers Canyon on the western slope of Sierra Blanca. This new and very distinctive geranium may be vulnerable to collecting as a novelty or for potential cultivation because the wild geraniuims are popular garden plants. More searches for this plant are needed to evaluate its abundance and threats. It was named in 2011 (Aedo and Alexander. Rhodora 113:252-259). 81 BARTRAM STONECROP Graptopetalum bartramii G3 S3 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Specialized habitat, limited distribution, low numbers, This is a cliff plant. Some populations occur in historic and presently active mining mining, road construction and maintenance, collecting districts. Some plants occur near roads where they could be impacted by road maintenance or improvements. Stonecrops are sometimes collected for the cactus and succulent trade and rare species, such as this one, may be particularly sought. 82 FLAGSTAFF PENNYROYAL Hedeoma diffusum G3 S3 AZ Coconino, Yavapai COC, KAI, PRE Limited range, urban expansion, loss of natural fire This plant occurs near Flagstaff and on the rims of Oak Creek and Sycamore regime canyons on the Coconino and Prescott NF. Urban expansion on private land has destroyed some populations. It is in habitats on national forest that would be desirable for development and could be proposed for land exchange. It benefits from 83 fire in some situations. ARIZONA SNEEZEWEED Helenium arizonicum G3 S3 AZ Apache, Coconino, A-S, COC Limited range, wetland loss, noxious weeds This plant is endemic to northcentral Arizona in Coconino, Gila, Apache, and Navajo Gila, Navajo counties. It occurs around wet places such as ponds, lakes, and roadside ditches. It can be abundant in its habitat and does not appear to be grazed even though its habitat can have heavy grazing impacts. It is vulnerable to drainage or drying of wetlands. Leafy spurge, spotted knapweed, and Dalmatian toadflax noxious weeds are threats in its habitat. 84 ARIZONA SUNFLOWER Helianthus arizonensis G4? SNR, S4? AZ,NM Coconino, Navajo, A-S, COC Extreme rarity, grazing This plant grows in dry, frequently sandy soil at 4,000-7,000 ft. It has a fairly broad Catron range but appears to be very rare. It is perhaps being confused with the more common blueweed (Helianthus ciliaris ) that is taller and has reddish rather than yellow disk flowers. This plant appears to grow in habitats that are regularly grazed, but more information is needed to fully assess potential management impacts. There is a known collection from the east side of Anderson Mesa. 85 RUTTER'S FALSE GOLDENASTER Heterotheca rutteri G2 S2 AZ,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Rarity, loss of grasslands, loss of natural fire regime This species is dependent on healthy grassland habitats and may be vulnerable to Santa Cruz loss of grassland. Fire may be an important management factor because it is found in habitats that historically burned frequently. The rarity of this plant is puzzling because it has many close relatives that are very weedy. 86 EASTWOOD ALUM ROOT Heuchera eastwoodiae G3 S3 AZ Coconino, Gila, A-S, COC, Limited range, fire This species grows in rocky areas on hillsides and along streams from chaparral up Maricopa, Yavapai PRE, TON to ponderosa pine forest. It is known only from central Arizona. It may be vulnerable 87 to fire, particularly in chaparral habitats. ARIZONA ALUM ROOT Heuchera glomerulata G3 S3,S1 AZ,NM Apache, Cochise, A-S, COR, Rarity, wetland impacts from livestock, wildlife, or This species is found in shaded rocky slopes in humus soil near seeps, streams, Gila, Graham, TON recreation and riparian areas of mountain ranges in southeastern Arizona. Its habitat is limited Greenlee, Navajo, and it is infrequently collected. Its wetland habitats are vulnerable to multiple Hidalgo impacts. 88 SANDIA ALUM ROOT Heuchera pulchella G3 S3 NM Bernalillo, CIB Rarity, recreation Restricted to the Sandia and Manzano mountains as currently understood. Plants Sandoval, along Sandia Crest could be vulnerable to recreation impacts. 89 Torrance CAPITAN PEAK ALUMROOT Heuchera woodsiaphila GNR SNR NM Lincoln LIN Extreme rarity, recreation This plant is endemic to the upper elevations of the Capitan Mts. It was named in 2008 (Alexander. JBRIT 2:447-453). Many plants grow near existing hiking trails. 90 COLEMAN'S CRESTED Hexalectris colemanii GNR SNR AZ Cochise, Pima, COR Mining, collecting The plants in Arizona were formerly included in H. revoluta , but are now considered CORALROOT Santa Cruz a distinct species making them even rarer than before (Kennedy and Watson. Systematic Botany 35:64-76 (2010)). Some plants in the Santa Rita Mts are 91 threatened by mining. CHISOS MT. CRESTED Hexalectris revoluta G1G2 SNR NM,TX,Mex Eddy LIN Extreme rarity, collecting This plant is rare in the Big Bend, Texas, northern Mexico, and the Guadalupe Mts. CORALROOT Orchids, particularly rare species, are sometimes collected by hobbyists interested in certain groups. Plants from Arizona are now a separate species, Hexalectris 92 colemanii . WOOTON'S ALUMROOT Heuchera wootonii G1G2 S1 NM Lincoln LIN Extreme rarity, collecting, sky island Add to list. This plant is endemic to the upper elevations of the Sierra Blanca range. Many plants grow near the existing hiking trails and just below the alpine areas. 93 ARIZONA CORALROOT Hexalectris spicata var. G5T2T4 SNR,SNR AZ,NM,TX,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR, GIL, LIN Extreme rarity, fire, collecting This variety is extremely rare and sporadic mostly occurring under oaks. Response arizonica Santa Cruz, Do a to fires and other disturbance are unknown. Orchids, particularly rare species, are Ana, Otero, sometimes collected by hobbyists interested in certain groups. The State of New Hidalgo, Sierra Mexico lists this plant as endangered. NMC Herbarium has one specimen from the Black Range (Gila NF) and two specimens from the Sacramento Mts. (Lincoln NF). 94 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list TEXAS PURPLE-SPIKE Hexalectris warnockii G2 S1 AZ,TX,Mex Cochise COR Extreme rarity, fire, collecting This plant is sporadic and extremely rare across a broad area in Texas, southeastern Arizona, and Baja, Mexico. There are only four locations in Arizona (only one on Forest lands, which was last seen in 1992 despite several later searches). Response to fires and other disturbance are unknown. Orchids, particularly rare species, are sometimes collected by hobbyists interested in certain groups. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded 95 under the Arizona Native Plant Law). MOGOLLON HAWKWEED Hieracium brevipilum (=H. G4T2? SNR,S2? AZ,NM Apache, Catron A-S, GIL Rarity, fire This plant has been collected only a few times and much about it is uncertain. Its fendleri var. mogollense) likely habitat is coniferous forest understory. This plant's response to logging and forest fire have not been studied. Additional field surveys are needed to determine its abundance and habitat requirements. 96 RUSBY HAWKWEED Hieracium abscissum (= H. G2? S1,SNR AZ,NM,Mex Cochise, Graham, COR, GIL Rarity, fire This plant is found in mixed confier forests above 8,000 ft. Of the four sites in rusbyi) Pima, Catron, Arizona, only one has been confirmed since 1990. Its status in New Mexico is Grant unknown. Its response to catastrophic forest fire is likely negative. 97 NEW MEXICO BITTERWEED Hymenoxys ambigens var. G3?T2? S2? NM Hidalgo COR Extreme rarity, noxious weed control This variety is known from near the Forest in the NM bootheel. This narrow endemic neomexicana occurs in small populations and is known from only three localities, all within a 30 km area. It is not well studied and needs additional field surveys to determine abundance and potential threats. Members of this genus are often considered to be noxious weeds and could be targeted for control; although with the rarity and remote locations of this plant, this is unlikely. 98 TALL BITTERWEED Hymenoxys brachyactis G3 S3 NM Lincoln, Socorro, CIB Narrow range, noxious weed control This narrow endemic can be locally abundant and occurpies disturbed habitats, but Torrance it could be mistaken for a noxious weed and become the subject of attempted 99 eradication. SIERRA BLANCA CLIFF DAISY Ionactis elegans G2 S2 NM Lincoln LIN Very narrow range, fire Known from two small areas on the east and west slopes of Sierra Blanca. Grows 100 (=Chaetopappa e.) on cliffs, but fire could affect some sites. KAIBAB BLADDERPOD Lesquerella kaibabensis G2 S2 AZ Coconino KAI Extremely narrow range, grazing, highway This plant grows in the driest most exposed sites of subalpine meadows. It is fairly maintenance common in its extremely narrow range. OHV use in habitat is prohibited. The habitat is grazed. Some plants grow on the highway right-of-way. Due to the extremely narrow range, this plant should have regular monitoring to determine population 101 trends. LEMON LILY Lilium parryi G3 S2 AZ,CA,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Rarity, fire, flooding, collecting, grazing There are only a few hundred plants in Arizona and a few thousand in California. Santa Cruz This plant grows in wet shady canyon bottoms along perennial streams. These areas are vulnerable to the effects of scouring floods, often after severe watershed damage from forest fires. It is an attractive plant vulnerable to collecting. Lemon lily grows in riparian areas that are easily degraded by grazing or by the indirect effects of grazing induced watershed damage. No Arizona populations are presently 102 grazed. WOOD LILY Lilium philadelphicum G5 SU, S3? AZ,NM, eastern Los Alamos, LIN, SFE drought, water management, grazing, ORVs, This is a common plant farther north. It has only limited populations in New Mexico and northern US, Otero, Rio Arriba, collecting and was only reported in Arizona once in 1869 without a definite locality. It is a Can Sandoval, San wetland plant that is sensitive to wetland damage and alteration. It has a large bulb Miguel, Santa Fe and collecting this attractive plant is a threat. The State of New Mexico lists this 103 plant as endangered. CHIRICAHUA MUDWORT Limosella pubiflora GUGHQ SX,SH AZ, NM Cochise, Hidalgo COR Extreme rarity, wetland loss from multiple factors This is an extremely rare wetland plant. The Arizona HDMS ranks it as "presumed extirpated" from AZ and the New Mexico NHP ranks it as "likely extirpated" from NM, although it was collected in NM in 1991. The taxonomy of this species is in doubt, but even the species in which it would be included, Limosella aquatica,is seriously depleted in the two states from wetland loss. 104 ALAMOS DEER VETCH Lotus alamosanus G4 S1 AZ, Mex Santa Cruz COR Rarity, flooding, grazing This species has only two recent occurrences in Arizona both in wilderness areas, although it is reported to be abundant locally in Mexico. It is a semi-aquatic perennial that occurs in wet soil or sand in springs, seeps, and streams of canyons or meadows. This habitat is sensitive to natural floods, grazing impacts, and 105 watershed degradation. HORSESHOE DEER VETCH Lotus mearnsii var. G3T1 S1 AZ Maricopa TON Limited distribution, specialized habitat, urban This plant grows on white powdery gypseous limestone of Tertiary lakebed deposits equisolensis development, grazing where it occurs with several other rare plants adapted to this specialized habitat. However, this plant, which was not named until 1996, is known only from the Horseshoe Reservoir area. The habitat is open to grazing, but is only lightly grazed because of limited forage. There is also unauthorized ORV use in the vicinity of the 106 lake. HUACHUCA MOUNTAINS LUPINE Lupinus huachucanus G2 S2 AZ Cochise, Pima, COR Rarity, logging, fire This plant is restricted to the Chiricahua, Huachuca, and Santa Rita mountains Santa Cruz where it occurs in scattered, but sometimes dense populations. This plant occurs in pine forest on moderate to steep slopes. It is likely sensitive to overstory removal 107 from logging or fire. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list BROADLEAF LUPINE Lupinus latifolius ssp. G5T1T2 S2 AZ, UT Yavapai PRE Rarity, riparian damage This plant is mostly restricted to Santa Maria and Bradshaw mountains where it leucanthus occurs along several perennial and intermittent streams between 4800-7000 ft. Responses to fire are unknown. Its habitat is subject to salt cedar and other noxious 108 weeds invasion. LEMMON'S LUPINE Lupinus lemmonii G1G2Q SNR AZ Cochise, Pima COR Narrow range, rarity This plant is endemic to the mountains of southeastern Arizona where it occurs mostly in the Chiricahua and Dragoon mountains in open grassland, juniper and oak 109 communities at 4,000-7,300 ft. MAPLELEAF FALSE SNAPDRAGON Mabrya acerifolia G2 S2 AZ Maricopa, Pinal TON Narrow range, mining, recreation This plant is a narrow endemic confined almost completely to the Superstition (=Maurandya a.) Mountains east of Phoenix where it grows on shaded rock ledges and cliffs. It is sometimes locally common. The name in Kearney and Peebles is Maurandya acerifolia. This plant grows in historical mining areas and in the heavily used 110 Superstition Wilderness. SUPINE BEAN Macroptilium supinum G2 S1 AZ,Mex Santa Cruz COR Rarity, grazing, ORVs, road construction and There are only about 12 populations of this plant in the U.S. with a relatively small maintenance, noxious weeds control acreage of occupied habitat. This plant grows on ridge tops and gentle slopes of rolling hills in semi-desert grassland or grassy openings in oak-juniper woodlands. These habitats are grazed and this plant is eaten by rodents and livestock. Some plants are near roads where they could be damaged by road maintenance or construction, or by highway right-of-way noxious weeds control efforts. 111 ARIZONA MANIHOT Manihot davisiae G4 S2 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Extreme rarity, grazing There are only 11 specimen records from the U.S., the most recent collected in 1991 and the others collected in 1980 or earlier. Arizona manihot is unpalatable to ungulates and not grazed, but it grows in habitats that grazing can easily degrade. The effects from grazing-induced habitat alteration have not been studied. 112 CHAMA BLAZING STAR Mentzelia conspicua G2 S2 NM Rio Arriba CAR, SFE Rarity, specialized habitat, road maintenance, ORVs, This plant is a narrow endemic of the upper Chama River valley in Rio Arriba invasive exotic species County, NM, where it grows in specialized habitat of gray to red shales and clays of the Mancos and Chinle formations. These open areas are attractive to ORV users. This plant is early successional and is crowded out by more aggressive often introduced species like sweet clover. 113 SPRINGER'S BLAZING STAR Mentzelia springeri G2? S2? NM Los Alamos, SFE Extreme rarity, specialized habitat, road maintenance, Occurs only on pumice in the Jemez Mts. It needs disturbance such as road cuts. Sandoval, Santa mining Vulnerable to mining. 114 Fe WIGGINS MILKWEED VINE Metastelma mexicanum G4 S1S2 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Rarity, habitat alterations This plant is known from only 11 sites in the U.S. It occurs on open slopes in open (=Cynanchum wigginsii) oak woodland where it grows underneath shrubs and twining on grasses and shrubs. It is likely sensitive to habitat alterations from fire or grazing. 115 LADIES'-TRESSES Microthelys rubrocallosa GNR SNR NM Otero LIN Rarity This is the only occurrence of this species in the US. It is otherwise known from the (=Schiedeella r., Spiranthes Sierra Madre of Mexico. It was discovered in late 2004 by Dr. Ronald Coleman, an 116 r.) orchid expert. SOUTHWESTERN MUHLY Muhlenbergia palmeri (=M. GNR S1 AZ, Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Rarity, grazing This plant has been collected at only seven different localities in Arizona. There are dubioides) Santa Cruz no data from which to determine population trends. Southwestern muhly is palatable to ungulates. It occurs in woodland canyons and along stream courses that ungulate grazing could both directly and indirectly affect. 117 SYCAMORE CANYON MUHLY Muhlenbergia elongata (=M. G4 S1 AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Rarity, grazing This plant has been collected at only ten different localities in Arizona. There are no xerophila) data from which to determine population trends. Sycamore Canyon muhly is palatable to ungulates. It occurs around rocky seeps in woodland canyons and in wet soil adjacent to bedrock streambeds that ungulate grazing could both directly 118 and indirectly affect. HEARTLEAF GROUNDSEL Packera cardamine G3 S2,S3 AZ,NM Apache, Catron A-S, GIL Narrow range, fire, logging An endemic to climax spruce-fir forest in the high mountains of southwestern New (=Senecio cardamine) Mexico and adjacent Arizona. Populations are small and sporadic, but not infrequent in suitable habitat. Many populations of this plant are on steep inaccessible slopes. Its response to timber harvest and forest fire have not been studied. 119 TOUMEY GROUNDSEL Packera neomexicana var. G5T2Q S2 AZ Cochise, Gila, COR, TON Rarity, fire, logging This is a plant of infrequent occurrence in the Chiricahua, Huachuca, Santa toumeyi (=Senecio n. var. t.) Pima Catalina, and Pinal mountains. It occurs mostly in pine forest at 5,200-9,200 ft in elevation. It may be negatively affected by overstory removal throuth fire or logging, 120 but this needs study SPELLENBERG'S GROUNDSEL Packera spellenbergii G2? S2 NM Harding, Union CIB Rarity, limited habitat, mining This plant is a narrow endemic of New Mexico grasslands where it grows on (=Senecio s.) specialized habitat of gravelly balds and mesa rims of chalky, sandy limestone in short grass steppe and juniper savanna. These gravelly balds are sometimes mined 121 for roadbed material. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list VIRLET PASPALUM Paspalum virletii G3? S1 AZ, Mex Cochise, Santa COR Extreme rarity, grazing This plant is known from only two localities in Arizona and has not been collected Cruz since 1970. Its habitats are sandy soil of canyon bottoms in semi-desert grassland and grassy areas in Madrean evergreen woodland. This is a palatable grass and its habitats are subject to grazing. 122 ARIZONA PASSIONFLOWER Passiflora arizonica GNR SNR AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Rarity This species was recently elevated to the rank of full species (Goldman in Madrono 50:243-264) after formerly being considered a variety of Passiflora foetida . It occupies the Lower Sonoran Zone at elevations up to 5,900 feet. There is one collection from near the Pajarito Wilderness. Other U.S. collections are from Buenos Aires NWR and the Baboquivari Mts. There are a few widely scattered collections from Sonora, Mex., but its abundance and status in Mexico are unknown. It grows on rocky desert hillsides and should be evaluated for possible impacts from FS 123 activities. BEARDLESS CHINCHWEED Pectis imberbis G3 S1 AZ,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Rarity, grazing, road maintenance This plant grows in open semi-desert grasslands and Madrean evergreen Santa Cruz woodlands. Within these communities, it has also been found on steep south-facing road cuts of decomposing granite. This plant has been recorded from about 12 localities in Arizona from 1937 to 1993. Several populations grow on road cuts that could be damaged or destroyed by road maintenance. Plants also occur in desert grassland communities subject to grazing, but plants are too rare to assess possible grazing impacts. 124 KAIBAB PINCUSHION CACTUS Pediocactus paradinei G2 S2 AZ Coconino KAI Extremely limited range, small mammal predation, This cactus occurs in grassy openings in pinyon-juniper woodland and shrub fire, loss of natural fire regime, collecting grassland plant communities at 1,520-2,130 m (5,000-7,000 ft) in elevation. The shrub grasslands are dominated by big sage (Artemesia tridentata ) and blue grama (Bouteloua gracilis ). The major threats to this cactus are drought, small mammal predation, human collecting, and increased fire frequencies due to non-native annual grasses (cheatgrass). Plants appear relatively tolerant of low intensity fire, but high intensity fire can kill plants. In the long-term, these cacti are vulnerable to community-type changes that favor woodland canopy closure or increases in sagebrush dominance. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 125 FICKEISEN PINCUSHION Pediocactus P* G1G2T1T2 S1S2 AZ Coconino, Mohave KAI Rarity, limited distribution, collecting, insect and This cactus is confined to small sites at scattered locations in northwestern CACTUS peeblesianus var. rodent predation Arizona. Most of the habitat is on BLM and Navajo Nation. There is limited flickeisniae habitat on the North Kaibab Ranger District. This interesting little cactus is prized by collectors. Rodent predation has been noticed, especially during drought. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 126 CHIHUAHUA SCURF-PEA Pediomelum pentaphyllum G1 SH,S1 AZ,NM,TX, Mex Cochise, Hidalgo COR Extreme rarity, habitat conversion, collecting This plant grows in desert grassland or among creosote bush in sandy or gravelly loam soils. It is extremely rare, perhaps partly due to habitat type conversions from desert grassland to shrub dominated communities. It is reportedly a medicinal plant for native Americans and perhaps once collected although it is now too rare in the U.S. to be under any collecting pressure. There are no confirmed collection from NFS lands but a specimen was collected along State Highway 181 near Chiricahua National Monument in 1963. This collection is very near the Coronado NF and there is likely suitable habitat on NFS lands. 127 VERDE BREADROOT Pediomelum verdiensis G1 S1 AZ Coconino, Yavapai COC, PRE, Limited distribution, specialized habitat, urban Add to list. This plant grows on white powdery gypseous limestone of Tertiary TON development, grazing lakebed deposits where it occurs with several other rare plants adapted to this specialized habitat. Private land in this habitat in the Verde Valley is being developed resulting in local plant extirpations. The habitat is grazed. This palnt was named in 2010 (Welsh and Licher, Western North American Naturalist 70:9-18). 128 LYNGHOLM'S BRAKEFERN Pellaea lyngholmii G2?Q SNR AZ Coconino COC Extreme rarity Type collection from Fay Canyon, Coconino NF; endemic to Arizona. Not many 129 specimens collected. ALAMO PENSTEMON Penstemon alamosensis G3 S3 NM Do a Ana, Lincoln, LIN Rarity, collecting, grazing This plant grows only on the eastern slope of the San Andres Mountains and Otero western slope of the Sacramento Mountains. This plant grows in sheltered rocky areas on canyon sides and bottoms. It is an attractive plant and sometimes collected by gardeners or collectors specializing in the genus Penstemon. Some plants grow 130 in sites accessible to grazing. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list GUADALUPE PENSTEMON Penstemon cardinalis ssp. G3T2 S2 NM, TX Eddy, Otero LIN Rarity, limited range, collecting, oil and gas This plant grows on limestone slopes and canyon bottoms in montane scrub, pi on- regalis exploration juniper woodland, and lower montane coniferous forests within a very limeted range in the Guadalupe Mountains of New Mexico and Texas. It is known from only six occurrences. It grows in remote localities not normally subject to threats. Penstemons are sometimes collected by gardeners or collectors specializing in the genus Penstemon. There is new interest in this general region for oil and gas exploration. 131 SUNSET CRATER BEARDTONGUE Penstemon clutei G2 S2 AZ Coconino COC Rarity, specialized habitat, ORVs This plant is known only from the cinder fills area northeast of Flagstaff. There are several discontinuous populations surrounding Sunset Crater. It grows in cinder fields with little soil development or other vegetation in Ponderosa pine forest. These relatively open habitats are extensively used by OHVs and noxious weeds threaten 132 the species. CATALINA BEARDTONGUE Penstemon discolor G2 S2 AZ Graham, Pima, COR Infrequent occurrence, recreation, grazing This plant occurs in soil pockets of bare rock outcrops in chaparal or pine-oak Pinal, Santa Cruz communities. It is known from 14 populations scattered in southeastern Arizona. One population is in an area of recreational rock climbing. Several populations are in grazing areas, but impacts are likely small. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 133 MAGUIRE'S BEARDTONGUE Penstemon linarioides ssp. G4T1 S1,SH AZ,NM Greenlee, Grant A-S, GIL Extreme rarity, mining Collected only 4 time, the most recent in 1994 on private land near Morenci, AZ. maguirei Could occur on either the Gila or A/S NFs. The known plants occur in an active 134 mining district. METCALFE'S PENSTEMON Penstemon metcalfei G1 S1 NM Sierra GIL Rarity, extremely narrow distribution, fire Occurs on cliffs and north-facing slopes in lower and upper montane coniferous forest at 6,600-9,500 ft. It is known from only 2 locations in a remote part of the Black Range. Responses to fire and other management are unknown. 135 FLAGSTAFF BEARDTONGUE Penstemon nudiflorus G2G3 S2S3 AZ Coconino, Yavapai COC, KAI, PRE Rarity, grazing, fire This plant is restricted to small, scattered limestone and sandstone outcrops of relatively undisturbed habitats at elevations ranging from 4,500 to 7,000 feet. Associated vegetation includes ponderosa pine, gambel oak, blue grama, and alligator juniper. Much of its habitat is grazed. Species responded favorably to low intensity fire in Trick Fire, Kaibab NF. 136 SAN MATEO PENSTEMON Penstemon pseudoparvus G3?Q S3? NM Socorro CIB Rarity, narrow range, grazing, fire, observatory This plant occurs in open ponderosa pine or spruce-fir forests and high montane construction meadows at 9,000-10,000 ft in elevation. It is restricted to the Magdalena and northern San Mateo mountains. Expansion of research facilities in the Magdalena Mts will remove some habitat. The habitat is grazed with unknown effects. Populations are at risk from catastrophic forest fire. 137 CHIRICAHUA ROCKDAISY Perityle cochisensis G1G2 S1S2 AZ Cochise COR Extreme rarity, narrow range, specialized habitat, This plant is endemic to rhyolite cliffs in the Chiricahua Mts. Most occurrences are recreation, fire on Chiricahua National Monument, but there are two recorded occurrences on the Forest. Recreation is a concern for the National Monument. Responses to fire are 138 unknown. SALT RIVER ROCKDAISY Perityle gilensis var. salensis G2?T2? S2? AZ Gila TON Extreme rarity, dam building This plant grows on cliffs of the Salt River Canyon. It is presently known from a single locations where U.S. Highway 60 crosses the canyon on the San Carlos Indian Reservation. It likely occurs on downstream cliffs on the Tonto NF. Its habitat makes it secure from most activities, except from any extreme changes in the 139 canyon. FISH CREEK ROCKDAISY Perityle saxicola G1 S1 AZ Gila, Maricopa TON Extremely limited distribution, dam, road, and trail This plant grows on cliffs. It has few known sites all within a limited range. It can be construction common at known sites. Threats are limited to major activities requiring blasting. Roosevelt Dam reconstruction in the 1990s may have impacted some plants. 140 CLOUDCROFT SCORPIONWEED Phacelia cloudcroftensis G1 S1 NM Otero LIN Extreme rarity, road maintenance, herbicides This extremely rare plant is presently know mostly from along Highway 82 where it is vulnerable to activities associated with the highway. It was named in 2007 (Atwood. 141 Novon 17:403-446). ARIZONA PHLOX Phlox amabilis G2 S2 AZ Coconino, A-S, COC, grazing, fire This plant is a central Arizona endemic. It occurs in open, exposed, limestone or Mohave, Navajo, KAI,PRE, TON basalt rocky slopes within pinyon-juniper and ponderosa pine-gambel oak Yavapai communities. These communities are grazed and often subject to catastrophic fire and unnatural fire regimes. SEINet has over 50 specimens of this species ranging from the Arizona Strip to near Phoeniz and east to Show Low. It may be too common to include as sensitive. 142 BROADLEAF GROUND CHERRY Physalis latiphysa G1 S1 AZ Cochise, Graham, COR Extreme rarity, grazing This plant occurs in scattered localities in SE Arizona, but it is extremely rare with Pima, Santa Cruz only four known occurrences. Its habitat is washes in desertscrub or desert grassland mostly below the elevation of national forests. Cattle often congregate in this habitat for shade or scarce green forage. 143 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list ALCOVE BOG ORCHID Platanthera zothecina G2 S2 AZ, CO,UT Coconino, Navajo COC Few occurrences, specialized habitat, spring A regional endemic of the Colorado and Green rivers and their tributaries in eastern development, drought Utah, immediately adjacent northwest Colorado, and extreme northern Arizona. There are fewer than 30 sites known and these are small, scattered, and with few individuals. It grows at seeps and in hanging gardens. Water development and natural drought are threats. It is known from the West Fork of Oak Creek Canyon. 144 HINCKLEY'S POLEMONIUM Polemonium pauciflorum G3T2Q S1 AZ,TX, Mex Cochise COR Very localized in Arizona, recreation, grazing, fire This plant is known from Big Bend Texas and Mexico, but only occurs in the ssp. hinckleyi Chiricahua Mountains in Arizona. It occurs in Ponderos pine and oak forrests up to Douglas fir and white fir forests in various habitats with moderate disturbance. The general area is grazed and has heavy recreational use. This plant's response to fire is unknown although it has been found in a recently burned area. 145 HUALAPAI MILKWORT Polygala rusbyi G3 S3 AZ Mojave, Yavapai, COC, PRE, Limited range, infrequent occurrence, recreation, This plant is a narrow endemic that occurs only on Verde Formation soils on Maricopa TON grazing, private land development National Forest lands. It shares habitat with several other rare and endemic plants, including the endangered Arizona cliffrose. In the Verde Valley, much habitat on private land is being developed. It may be subject to recreation pressures around 146 Horseshoe Lake. WHITE-FLOWERED CINQUEFOIL Potentilla albiflora G1G2 S1S2 AZ Graham, Santa COR Extremely limited range, fire, or loss of natural fire This plant is known only from the Pinaleno Mountains where it is locally abundant. It Cruz regime grows in open coniferous forests and rocky slopes at 7,500-10,000 ft elevation. Its response to fire or the effect on its habitat from unnatural fire regimes are unknown 147 CHIRICAHUA CINQUEFOIL Potentilla rhyolitica var. GNR SNR AZ Cochise COR Extremely limited range, recreation, grazing This taxon was newly name in 2007 (Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of chiricahuensis Texas 1(1):47-57). It is endemic to the upper elevations of the Chiricahua Mts in rocky openings in mixed conifer forest. Its abundance and potential impacts from 148 Forest activities need to be evaluated. HUACHUCA CINQUEFOIL Potentilla rhyolitica var. GNR SNR AZ Cochise, Santa COR Limited range, recreation This taxon was newly name in 2007 (Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of rhyolitica Cruz Texas 1(1):47-57). It is endemic to the summit areas of the Huachuca and Santa Rita mountains where it forms dense clumps in crevices of rhyolitic and quartzitic outcrops. Its abundance and potential impacts from Forest activities need to be 149 evaluated. MEXICAN TANSY ASTER Psilactis gentryi G3 S1 AZ,Mex Cochise COR Extreme rarity in U.S., grazing, wetland disturbance This plant is know from only two collections in the U.S., both from the Huachuca (=machaeranthera Mts. It grows in moist habitats that might include highland meadows, fields, mexicana) roadsides, and stream and lake margins. These habitats can be subject to heavy 150 grazing and other disturbances. WHISK FERN Psiilotum nudum G5 S1 AZ, Southeastern Santa Cruz COR Extreme rarity in AZ, collecting Although common in the tropics worldwide, this is a very rare plant in AZ. It is a US, HI very primative form of fern that is often collected as a novelty or for botanical study. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the 151 Arizona Native Plant Law). DAVIDSON'S CLIFF CARROT Pteryxia davidsonii G2 S1,S2 AZ, NM Greenlee, Catron, A-S,GIL Extreme rarity, grazing, riparian degradation, fire This plant grows in cool, rocky places in pi on-juniper woodland and lower montane Grant coniferous forest at 6,500-8,000 ft. It was also once collected from a moist creek bed. It is rarely collected and poorly understood. The effects of grazing (particularly in creek bottoms), riparian degradation, and fire on this plant have not been studied 152 PARISH'S ALKALI GRASS Puccinellia parishii G2 S2,S1 AZ,NM,CA,CO Apache, Cochise, A-S Rarity, specialized habitat, wetlands loss or This plant grows in a specialized habitat of alkaline springs or seeps at only a few Navajo, Yavapai, modification sites over a fairly broad range from New Mexico to California. Its biggest threat is Catron, Cibola, groundwater withdrawals that lower the water table and dry up its desert spring Grant, Hidalgo, habitat. The States of New Mexico and Arizona list this plant as endangered (Highly McKinley, Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). It does not occur on NFS lands in Sandoval, San New Mexico Juan 153 GRAND CANYON ROSE Rosa stellata ssp. abyssa G4T2 S2 AZ Coconino, Mohave KAI Rarity, wildlife browsing, uranium mining Plants are found in a few scattered locations in northwestern Arizona near the Grand Canyon. Plants grow on or near canyon rims or on the tops of cliffs at the edges of mesas or plateaus. Wildlife may browse on this plant. It grows in breccia pipes where uranium prospects have been concentrated. 154 ERTTER'S ROSE Rosa woodsii var. ertterae GNR SNR AZ Coconino COC Rarity, recreation This plant is a variety of the very common Rosa woodsii . It is endemic to the West Fork of Oak Creek Canyon. This canyon gets heavy recreational use. This variety 155 was named in 2010 ( Lewis and Ertter. Novon 20:47-52). SIERRA BLANCA CINQUEFOIL Potentilla sierrae-blancae G2? S2? NM Lincoln, Otero LIN Rarity, recreation, ski area maintenance This plant occurs in alpine tundra on Sierra Blanca, with occassional plants on rock outcrops as low as 8,000 ft. Recreation in this area is increasing. This plant occurs in the same alpine habitat as three other FS Sensitive plants. 156 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list BLUMER'S DOCK Rumex orthoneurus G3 S3,S2? AZ,NM Apache, Cochise, A-S, CAR, Recreation, grazing, wetland alterations Taxonomic study has changed the concept of this species. Many plants formerly Coconino, Gila, COC, COR, identified as R. occidentalis are now considered to be R. orthoneurus greatly Catron, Mora, GIL, LIN, SFE, expanding the range. The Heritage Program ranks are based on the old narrower Otero, San Miguel, TON (sensitive concept of the species. The State of Arizona has retained this plant on its Taos only for AZ endangered list (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). forests) 157 ARIZONA WILLOW Salix arizonica G2G3 S2,S1 AZ,NM,CO,UT Apache, Mora, Rio A-S, CAR, SFE Rarity, wildlife and cattle grazing, disease This is a high elevation shrubby willow. It has a fairly broad distribution, but is only Arriba, Taos abundant at a few sites in Utah. High elevation meadows are sometimes heavily grazed by elk and cattle. Under heavy grazing, Arizona willow plants will grow as prostrate mats or as a few scattered stems that are closely cropped along with the grasses and sedges. Plants are susceptible to rust disease outbreaks when growing under stressed conditions. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law). 158 BEBB'S WILLOW Salix bebbiana G5 SNR, SNR Northern and Apache, Coconino, Several Grazing, recreation The A/S and COC identify the continued existence of this species on their Forests western US, Can Greenlee, Navajo, (sensitive only as "perilous". Yavapai, Catron, for A-S and Cibola, Lincoln, COC) Rio Arriba, Sandoval, San Juan, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Socorro
159 GALIURO SAGE Salvia amissa G2 S2 AZ Gila, Graham, COR, TON Rarity, grazing, recreation, wood cutting, watershed Galiuro sage is a narrow endemic found abundantly only in the Galiuro Mountains of Maricopa, Pima conditions southeastern Arizona. It is believed extirpated from the Santa Catalina and Superstition mountains. It grows in upper floodplain terraces in canyon bottoms with mature sycamore, ash, walnut, and mesquite plant communities at 1,500-5,000 ft in elevation. Riparian canyon habitats are potentially vulnerable to such impacts as grazing, camping, wood cutting, and ORVs. Catastrophic flooding is increased when upstream watersheds are in poor condition. 160 MEARNS SAGE Salvia dorrii ssp. mearnsii G5T3? S3 AZ Cochise, Yavapai COC, PRE Limited distribution, specialized habitat, urban This plant grows on white powdery gypseous limestone of Tertiary lakebed deposits development, grazing where it occurs with several other rare plants adapted to this specialized habitat. Private land in this habitat in the Verde Valley is being developed resulting in local plant extirpations. The habitat is grazed. 161 CHIRICAHUA MOUNTAIN Samolus vagans G2? SNR AZ,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Limited distribution and habitat, water diversions, This plant grows in moist sandy soil around springs, seeps, and in and along BROOKWEED Santa Cruz wetland degradation, waterehed damage streams at elevations of 4,000-7,200 ft. It occurs in mountains of SE Arizona, but is most abundant in the Huachuca Mts. It is threatened by any activity that might dry up or degrade wetlands. This could include water diversions, recreation, and grazing. Also, watershed impacts that include grazing and forest fire can lead to scouring floods that destroy habitat. 162 MIMBRES FIGWORT Scrophularia macrantha G2 S2 NM Grant, Luna GIL Rarity, narrow distribution, mining, road building This plant is known from only a few sites in southwestern NM. It grows on steep, rocky, usually north-facing igneous cliffs and talus slopes, occasionally in canyon bottoms in pi on-juniper woodland and lower montane coniferous forest at 6,500- 8,200 ft. One population not on National Forest is threatened by copper mining. Several populations could be impacted by highway construction or improvement. 163 NEW MEXICAN STONECROP Sedum integrifolium ssp. G5T1 S1 NM Lincoln, Otero LIN Extreme rarity, limited habitat, recreation, road Endemic to alpine tundra of Sierra Blanca Peak. A few locations of New Mexico neomexicana improvements, communications facilities stonecrop occur within ski runs and on road cuts along the highway leading up to Ski Apache. The radio towers and access road on Buck Mountain also occur within this plant's habitat. Further assessment of abundance and viability are needed. 164 HUACHUCA GROUNDSEL Senecio multidentatus var. G2G4T2 S2 AZ, Mex Cochise, Santa COR Rarity, recreation, fire, lack of natural fire regime This plant grows on rocky, poorly stablized mountain slopes and canyon bottoms in huachucanus (=s. Cruz pine-oak or mixed conifer forests. It typically occurs in areas with a patchy matrix of huachucanus) moderate canopy cover and small openings. It is known from eight sites in three SE Arizona mountain ranges. Hikers could impact some populations. Populations monitored 1988-1993 showed downward trends for unknown reasons. Perhaps plants need more soil disturbance or canopy openings. The State of Arizona lists this plant as endangered (Highly Safeguarded under the Arizona Native Plant Law).
165 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list NODDING BLUE-EYED GRASS Sisyrinchium cernuum G5 S2 AZ,TX,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Infrequent occurrence, riparian degradation This plant is widespread in western Mex. South to Jalisco and Guanajuato. Santa Cruz Peripheral in U.S. Surveyed in 2001. Good populations in Shaw Can., Rincon Mts., and Big Casa Blanca Can., Santa Rita Mts. Coronado NF recommends not dropping until more surveys are done. It grows in riparian habitats that are sensitive to various types of disturbance. 166 GUADALUPE MOUNTAINS Solidago wrightii var. G3T3 SNR NM,TX Chaves, Eddy LIN Rarity, narrow distribution, minerals development, This variety represents the southeastern part of the range of S. wrightii, which is GOLDENROD guadalupensis grazing? common. It was newly named in 2008 (Nesom. Phytologia 90:21-35) and needs surveys to evaluste abundance and threats. 167 GUADALUPE MESCAL BEAN Sophora gypsophila var. G1T1 S1 NM Eddy, Otero LIN Rarity, narrow distribution, specialized habitat, oil and This plant has a very limited distribution. It grows on outcrops of pink, limy, fine- guadalupensis gas development grained sandstone that is 1-2 percent gypsum (by analysis) in Chihuahuan desert scrub and juniper savanna at 5,260-6,650 ft. It grows in remote areas and is unpalatable to grazers. Interest in oil and gas exploration and development has 168 recently increased in the region. PORSILD'S STARWORT Stellaria porsildii G1 S1,S1 AZ,NM Cochise, Grant COR, GIL Extreme rarity, grazing, fire This plant is known from only two locations. It grows in partly shaded understory of mixed conifer or aspen at 7,000-8,200 ft. Its responses to fire and grazing are 169 unknown. LEMMON'S STEVIA Stevia lemmonii G3G4 SNR AZ,Mex Pima, Santa Cruz COR Rarity, recreation, fire This plant grows in rocky canyon slopes and stream beds in pine-oak woodlands. There are only seven known occurrences in Arizona with most of these in the Santa Catalina and Rincon mountains near Tucson. These areas are under increasing recreation pressure. The response of this plant to fire is unknown. 170 GUADALUPE JEWELFLOWER Streptanthus sparsiflorus G2 S2 NM,TX Eddy LIN Limited range, oil and gas development This plant grows in limestone canyon bottoms and montane scrub at 5,000-7,000 ft. It is endemic to the Guadalupe Mountains. Interest in oil and gas exploration and development has recently increased in the region, which could impact populations. 171 PINOS ALTOS FLAME FLOWER Talinum humile G2 S1,S2 AZ,NM,Mex Santa Cruz, Grant, COR, GIL Rarity, grazing, urban development This plant grows in shallow, gravelly, usually clayey soils overlying rhyolite. It is Hidalgo present for only a short period after summer rains. It has 10 known occurrences in the U.S., 8 in NM and 2 in AZ. Heavy grazing seems to reduce populations, but once grazing pressure drops, populations may explode in numbers for several years until other vegetation again becomes competitive. In Arizona, and perhaps in New Mexico, housing may be a future threat because some populations are close to areas being developed. 172 TEPIC FLAME FLOWER Talinum marginatum G2 S1 AZ,Mex Cochise, Santa COR Extreme rarity, limited distribution, specialized habitat, This plant is known from only five sites in the U.S., with four of them relatively close Cruz road building, mining, trampling. to each other in the Huachuca Mts. Plants grow in shallow sandy soil on exposed bedrock ledges and outcrops. Plants do not appear threatened under present management. Activities in the area that could affect plants include road building, mining, and trampling by hikers or cattle. 173 ARAVAIPA WOODFERN Thelypteris puberula var. G5T3 S2 AZ, CA, Mex Coconino, COR, TON Rarity, spring development, drought This rare fern occurs in several scattered localites across central AZ including BLM sonorensis Maricopa, Pima, sites in the Arrastra Mts. and Aravaipa Canyon in the Galiuro Mts. and FS sites in Pinal, Yavapai the Catalina Mts. and the Four Peaks area. There are additional populations in Mex and CA. Spring development and water diversion could damage its localized wetland habitat. Prolonged dought could dry up some sites. 174 SONORAN NOSEBURN Tragia laciniata G3G4 S3? AZ,Mex Cochise, Pima, COR Limited occurrence, grazing, fire This plant grows along streams, canyon bottoms, and shaded hillsides at 3,500- Santa Cruz 5,650 ft in elevation. Plants occur at scattered locations mostly within Santa Cruz County. The habitat has many uses including grazing, mining, road building, recreation, etc. The response of this plant to fire is unknown. 175 MOGOLLON CLOVER Trifolium longipes ssp. G2 S2,S2 AZ,NM Greenlee, Catron A-S, GIL Limited distribution, specialized habitat, grazing This plant occurs in wet meadows, springs, and along riparian corridors in montane neurophyllum (=T. coniferous forest at 6,500-9,000 ft. Elk and cattle will heavily graze this habitat. neurophyllum) Plants in intensely grazed areas are prostrate rather than erect, and have very few 176 flowering stems TUMAMOC GLOBEBERRY Tumamoca macdougallii G4 S3 AZ,Mex Maricopa, Pima, COR Rare on National Forest, urbanization, farming, This plant has been found to have a fairly broad distribution in desert habitats in Pinal overgrazing, recreation southern Arizona and Mexico. The only known occurrence on National Forest lands is Sabino Canyon in the Santa Catalina Mountains. Many sites on private land west of Tucson are threateded with urban expansion. 177 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list SHADE VIOLET Viola umbraticola G3G4 S2? AZ,Mex Cochise, Pima COR Rarity, specialized habitat, grazing, fire This plant occurs in shady areas in canyon bottoms, usually within riparian pine-oak forests at 5,500-7,300 ft. It is known from three mountain ranges (Santa Catalina, Huachuca, and Chiricahua), but there are only six known occurrences. Shady riparian canyon bottoms are sometimes subject to grazing pressures. The responses of this plant to fire are unknown, but are expected to be detrimental due to overstory removal and scouring floods. 178 179 180 DEFINITIONS A-S Apache-Sitgreaves National 181 Forests 182 AZ Arizona AZGFD Arizona Game and Fish 183 Department B Status rank is for breeding 184 population. 185 BBS Breeding Bird Survey BK Black Kettle National Grassland 186 187 B-M Bison-M C Candidate species for federal 188 listing 189 CAR Carson National Forest 190 CIB Cibola National Forest 191 CO Colorado 192 COC Coconino National Forest 193 G Heritage Global Ranking 194 G1 Globally critically imperiled 195 G2 Globally imperiled G3 Globally vulnerable to extirpation 196 or extinction 197 G4 Globally apparently secure G5 Globally demonstrably widespread, abundant, secure 198 EMA Ecosystem Management Area 199 200 FWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 201 GIL Gila National Forest 202 KAI Kaibab National Forest KRB Kiowa/Rita Blanca National 203 Grasslands 204 LIN Lincoln National Forest 205 N # Heritage National Ranking N Nonbreeding qualifier e.g. S4N 206 207 NM New Mexico NMDGF New Mexico Department of 208 Game and Fish 209 NMSU New Mexico State University 210 NR Not ranked 211 NS NatureServe 212 OK Oklahoma P* Species is proposed for federal listing, and will be removed from the RFSS list if/once the final rule is published implementing the Federal protections provided by the ESA. 213 214 PRE Prescott National Forest A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: PLANTS - 2013 Common Name Scientific Name FWS Heritage Heritage State of County Forest(s) Status Global State Occurrence 2 (AZ,NM) Limiting Factors/Threats Justifications as to why on list Q Questionable taxonomy that may reduce conservation priority 215 216 S Heritage subnational ranking S1 subnationally critically imperiled 217 218 S2 sensationally imperiled S3 subnationally vulnerable to 219 extirpation or extinction S4 subnationally demonstrably widespread, abundant, and 220 secure 221 SFE Santa Fe National Forest 222 SH possibly extirpated SOC U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 223 Species of Concern 224 S? Status unknown T infraspecific taxon (trinomial) 225 subspecies 226 TON Tonto National Forest 227 TX Texas 228 U Currently unrankable 229 U.S. United States WSC Wildlife of Special Concern in Arizona. Species whose occurrence in Arizona is or may be in jeopardy, or with known or perceived threats or population declines, as described by the Arizona Game and Fish Department's listing of Wildlife of Special Concern in Arizona (WSCA, in prep). Species indicated on printouts as WSC are currently the same as those in Threatened Native Wildlife in Arizona (1988). 230 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 AMPHIBIANS (7) BOREAL TOAD (Western toad) Anaxyrus boreas boreas (DPS) SOC; POS G4T4 SH NM - NM CAR Habitat loss, environmental contaminants, disease Recently, this species has experienced large declines within it's range in many areas In NM, the chief threat may be destruction of beaver ponds. Beneficial management 90-d Endangered (chytrid fungus). The ranges of these subspecies (boreas, of the Rocky Mountain region. These declines may be related to one or a combination actions include: managing for beavers within boreal toad habitat; protection and halophilus) do not correspond very well with geographic of factors. Populations have not been detected in NM since 1986. Reintroduction restoration of springs, streams and meadows at higher elevations; and reduction of patterns of mtDNA variation as found by Goebel et al. efforts could take place on the CAR NF sometime after 2005. NMDGF endangered fire threat and avoiding prescribed burns in spring. (2009). The geographic distribution of the haplotype clade species. that includes most of the traditionally recognized range of boreas includes not only the type locality of boreas but also that of subspecies halophilus (Goebel et al. 2009).
4 SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS Aneides hardii SOC G3 S3 NM LIN Logging, overgrazing, and forest fires. Negatively Very limited distribution, occurs in only 3 mountain ranges in NM. Susceptible to fires. Create defensible space by restoring fire to forests bordering potential Sacramento SALAMANDER impacted by opening up of shady mature forest and by NMDGF threatened species. Mountains salamander habitat. Minimize soil disturbance during timber management destruction or removal of downed logs. Populations may operations; when possible, harvest when soils are frozen. Lop and scatter after persist through the first intensive logging of an area, but thinning rather than pile burning to conserve soil moisture. Any surveys should be may not survive a repeated 10-year logging cycle conducted during summer rains between late June and August which is when this Apparently relatively secure under current management species usually emerges and is most active. Continue monitoring habitat conditions practices. and salamander presence in areas after silvicultural treatments and wild and/or prescribed fires. Utilize an adaptive management approach using information gained from the monitoring efforts and ascertain whether BMPs and mitigations can maintain populations. 5 WESTERN BARKING FROG Craugastor augusti cactorum G5T5N1 S2 AZ COR, TON Habitat loss, climatic fluctuations. Small, isolated populations are vulnerable to human activities and also to natural Management needs include: determining the extent of habitat; monitoring known extinction due to climatic fluctuation, disease, chance, or other factors. Because populations; gathering information on ecology and life history; and monitoring populations are estimated to be so small, stochastic events threaten their collection potential at known occurrences. Habitat needs should be considered when persistence. Considered critically imperiled in AZ and is an AZ Species of Special deciding on access management in occupied and potential habitat. 6 Concern. HUACHUCA/CANELO HILLS Hyla wrightorum pop. 2 C not ranked in not ranked in AZ COR Threats include predation and competition from USFWS Candidate Species. The frog occurs at relatively few localities and breeding Allow for growth of emergent vegetation in aquatic habitats for attachment of egg TREEFROG (AZ treefrog) (Huachuca/ NatureServe NatureServe introduced species (nonnative fish including bass and populations typically consist of only 2-30 individuals. The populations in the Huachuca masses. Canelo DPS catfish, and crayfish), limited distribution and restricted Mountains and Canelo Hills are probably geographically disjunct from those at only) ranges, and overcollection.Climate change and continuing Rancho Los Fresnos. As a result, the frog is at risk due to disruption of drought in the Southwest pose additional challenges to metapopulation dynamics (relationships among populations) and factors such as Arizona treefrog populations and exacerbate the threat of wildfire and drought, which can easily eliminate small populations. 7 wildfire. NORTHERN LEOPARD FROG Lithobates pipiens G5 S2/S1/S1 AZ/NM/TX A-S, CAR, CIB, Habitat loss, non-native predators, disease. AZ - Two of Rapid population declines in AZ and NM throughout large range. Many local Preserve/restore/develop aquatic habitats that can be occupied by this species. COC, KAI, SFE, the main threats to this species are habitat destruction populations have been lost and it is an AZ Species of Special Concern. The species Restrict/control presence of introduced fish and bullfrogs in localities occupied by TON and pollution. Also they are collected for biological supply is considered imperiled in AZ and critically imperiled in both NM and TX. leopard frogs. FWS Contaminant Hazard Review (CHR) series mentions this houses and fishermen use them for bait. species. Pesticide use may be deleterious if substances enter frog habitat. 8 TARAHUMARA FROG Lithobates tarahumarae G3 SX,S1 AZ COR This species has been extirpated from AZ since 1983. No Tarahumara frogs, larvae, or eggs have been seen in AZ since May 1983 (Hale Restoration plans calls for reestablishing the frog in at least two of its historical Recent translocations have taken place and need to be and May 1983, Hale and Jarchow 1988, Hale 1992, Sredl et. al, 1997, AZGFD localities in AZ (Big Casa Blanca Canyon in the Santa Rita Mountains, Sycamore monitored to determine population status/stability. The unpublished data). Tarahumara frogs were translocated into AZ in June 2004 into Big Canyon in the Pajarito Mtns.) (Rorabaugh and Humphrey 2002). As of late 2002, cause of the extirpations is unknown but may be related Casa Blanca Canyon, Santa Rita EMA on the COR. Survival, reproduction, and several hundred captive-reared frogs and larvae were available for eventual release to one or more of the following: exposure to heavy metals, movements should be studied. (Rorabaugh and Humphrey 2002). There is a lack of information explaining cause(s) particularly cadmium and other agents, which may have of extirpation, but possible actions could include water quality surveys to monitor arrived in poluted air; stream acidification; severe acidification and presence of heavy metals, elimination/reduction of introduced drought; flooding; introduced predaceous fish (green species, including predaceous fish (green sunfish and bluegill) and bullfrogs. Efforts sunfish and bluegill) and bullfrogs (Hale and Jarchow should coordinate with existing protection program (AZGFD). 1988) (now apparently replaced by the bullfrog in the Pena Blanca area in Arizona); chytridiomycosis (fungal disease); cold weather can be a contributing factor in mortality. Most of the threats to the species in the United States are not as pervasive in Mexico.
9 LOWLAND LEOPARD FROG Lithobates yavapaiensis SOC G4N4 S3/S1 AZ/NM A-S, COC, COR, Habitat alteration and fragmentation and the introduction Rapid population declines in Southeast AZ, possibly extirpated from NM and The greatest relate to addressing habitat alteration and fragmentation and the AZ(WSC); NM GIL, PRE, TON of non-native predatory and competitive fishes, Southwest AZ, need additional information for NM. AZ - Adequate data is needed to introduction of non-native predatory and competitive fishes, crayfishes, and frogs (T) crayfishes, and frogs. Habitat alteration is the result of determine status of Rana yavapaiensis in central AZ, but populations are thought to (see Jennings and Hayes 1994, Sredl et al. 1997). Habitat alteration is the result of agricultural practices, livestock grazing, development, and be stable (Sredl et al. 1997a). The species is declining in southeast AZ and is agricultural practices, livestock grazing, development, and reservoir construction (see reservoir construction. Damming, draining, and diverting extirpated from southwestern AZ (USDI, FWS 1991; Sredl et al. 1997b). In NM it is Jennings and Hayes 1994). Damming, draining, and diverting of water have of water have fragmented formerly contiguous aquatic considered critically imperiled and is a NMDGF endangered species. eliminated habitat and fragmented formerly contiguous aquatic habitats. In many habitats. In many areas, fragmentation has been areas, fragmentation has been accentuated by introduced predatory fishes, crayfish, accentuated by introduced predatory fishes, crayfish, and and bullfrogs. R. yavapaiensis has been replaced by introduced R. berlandieri along bullfrogs. The species has been replaced by introduced the Colorado and Gila rivers, Arizona (Clarkson and Rorabaugh 1989). These factors R. berlandieri along the Colorado and Gila rivers, Arizona. result in the blockage of potential dispersal corridors for recolonization. Habitat These factors result in the blockage of potential dispersal restoration/preservation, with priorities on improving habitat connectivity, water corridors for recolonization. Populations are also quality, and control of introduced species is important. Captive rearing and vulnerable to large-scale mortality on a frequent basis due translocations programs could be implemented. to drought, disease, and sulphur toxicity.
10 11 BIRDS (35) A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 NORTHERN GOSHAWK Accipiter gentilis SOC G5 S3/S2B,S3N AZ/NM A-S, CAR, CIB, Wildfire, logging - even age cutting, loss of prey habitat. Trends are difficult to determine due to various methodologies used to track bird Large, landscape-level ecological units need to be identified and managed in such a COC, COR, GIL, populations. Little historical information on goshawk densities exist. FWS Birds of way that all necessary habitat attributes, from nesting sites to foraging areas, are KAI, LIN, PRE, Conservation Concern National Priority list. available to support the species at the population level (NatureServe). NatureServe SFE, TON describes implementation of the USFS RM-217 Goshawk Guidelines under "Management Requirements." Fire can be beneficial to northern goshawks by perpetuating forest seres, which provide habitat for prey. Prescribed fire in ponderosa pine and mixed-species forests can perpetuate northern goshawk habitat and reduce fuel loading. Adult birds are rarely killed by fire. Fires in the early spring, before fledging, could result in mortality of juveniles. 12 BOREAL OWL Aegolius funereus G5N4 S2B,S2N NM CAR, SFE Logging, habitat alteration. Widespread range, apparently large numbers and occurrences seem to make this In New Mexico, protect habitat -- especially spruce-fir forests and associated habitats species secure locally; however, information may be lacking about the species in NM. in the San Juan, Sangre de Cristo, and possibly the Jemez Mtns. Such protection Southwestern most distribution is in NM. NMDGF threatened species and critically should include setting aside areas wherever these owls have been found, with a imperiled in NM. particular emphasis on retaining forest habitat in its natural state. Retain large- 13 diamater snags for nests. VIOLET-CROWNED Amazilia violiceps G5N3B S3/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR Urban development, loss of riparian habitat, improper Limited distribution in AZ and NM. Critically imperiled in NM and is state listed as HUMMINGBIRD (listed) livestock grazing. threatened. Considered vulnerable in AZ and is a Species of Special Concern. 14 Listed as threatened in Mexico. BAIRD'S SPARROW Ammodramus bairdii SOC G4N3B,N2N S2N/S1N/S2 AZ/NM/TX A-S, COR, LIN Improper livestock grazing, conversion of grasslands to Restricted range, spotty distribution, recent rapid and long-term pop. and range They respond to management: 2-3 years after fire Baird's sparrows are usually more agriculture, parasitism by cowbirds. declines, few protected occurrences, and habitat selectivity are cause for concern. abundant. Baird's sparrows do not like thick accumulations of litter. Occasional Species is considered imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF threatened species. It is burning is suggested to maintain dense graminoid vegetation and reduce the number also considered imperiled in AZ and is a AZ Species of Special Concern. of shrubs, but not so often that the litter never accumulates. Moderate mowing is Furthermore, the species occurs on the FWS Birds of Conservation Concern National beneficial in wetter areas, but in arid habitat, mowing may be detrimental. Baird's Priority list. sparrows have responded negatively to improper grazing practices in grasslands of the southwest and Mexico. Even moderate or lightly grazed pastures have fewer birds than undisturbed habitats and grazing could be detrimental in the more arid areas. Conserving and restoring larger patches of southwest grasslands should improve fitness and survival of migrant Baird's sparrows. Quantitative data on habitat requirements is needed, including the relationship between patch size and numbers of Baird’s sparrows.
15 ARIZONA GRASSHOPPER Ammodramus savannarum G5TU S2/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR Loss and degradation of native grassland habitat. BBS data indicate a significant pop. decline (4.4% per year) in N. Amer. between SPARROW ammolegus 1966 and 1989 and 4.5% in western U.S. It is considered imperiled in AZ and is an AZ Species of Special Concern. In NM it is considered critically imperiled and is a 16 NMDGF threatened species. BURROWING OWL (Western) Athene cunicularia hypugaea SOC G4T4NB2 S3/S3B,S3N/S AZ/NM/ TX A-S, CAR, CIB, Habitat alteration/fragmentation, loss of edge habitat. Widespread distribution in N. America; relatively common in appropriate habitat in Avoid fragmetation and degregation of prairie habitiat. This includes protecting 2B COC, GIL, KAI, some areas, but habitat alteration and other factors are causing population declines burrowing mammal colonies (i.e., prairie dogs) and ground squirrels. Habitat LIN, SFE in many areas. Considered vulnerable in AZ and NM, and imperiled in TX. FWS conservation and management must also include areas of higher grass-forb Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. vegetation supporting ample small rodent and insect prey, particularly as owls are food-limited during brood rearing in some regions. THis may be accomplished by 17 reducing grazing pressure. COMMON BLACK HAWK Buteogallus anthracinus SOC G4G5N3B S3/S2B,S3N/S AZ/NM/TX GIL Vulnerable to disturbance, reduction/contamination of According to NatureServe, the U.S. population is thought to be stable but precarious. Management recommendations include: protecting and enhancing frog and fish 2B aquatic prey species. Threatened in the U.S. by the The species is listed as threatened in NM and TX and is an AZ Species of Special populations near nest sites and favoring regeneration of gallery forest trees by limiting alteration or elimination of riparian habitat through Concern. It is also on the FWS Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. or eliminating livestock grazing. See Lefranc and Glinski (1988) for information on clearing, water diversion, diking and damming, and research needs and management recommendations specific to the Southwest. lowering of the water table by underground pumping. At least 95% of the riparian habitat in the southwestern U.S. has been lost, altered, or degraded.
18 LUCIFER HUMMINGBIRD Calothorax lucifer G4G5 S2/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR Habitat loss. Limited distribution in AZ and NM. Critically imperiled in NM and is listed as a Conserve agaves, riparian habitat, and semi-desert scrub habitat. (listed) NMDGF threatened species. Considered imperiled (S2) in AZ. FWS Birds of 19 Conservation Concern National Priority list. COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD Calypte costae G5 S5/S1B,S1N AZ/NM GIL Loss of native xeric hillside vegetation and adjacent Limited distribution in NM. In 1993, up to seven individuals occupied Guadalupe (listed) riparian habitat in Southwest NM. Canyon from late March to mid-June, and breeding was suspected and the species staged an impressive invasion in 1995, with reports from four locales, including two males east to the San Andres Mountains (BISON-M, 2005). Critically imperiled in NM and state listed as threatened. For this list, the species is being included for the GIL only, as it is considered secure in AZ and globally.
20 NORTHERN BEARDLESS- Camptostoma imberbe G5 S4/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR (Douglas Species is most vulnerable to the loss of habitat, including Very small and localized populations in the Southwest. Considered critically imperiled TYRANNULET (NM RD) the clearing or other destruction of dense mesquite and in NM and listed as a state endangered species. Included on the FWS Birds of Endangered) associated growth (Vegetation clearing, burning and Conservation Concern National Priority list. improper livestock grazing). 21 BUFF-COLLARED NIGHTJAR Caprimulgus ridgwayi G5N2N3B S2S3/S1 AZ, NM COR Improper livestock grazing, human disturbance. In general, it appeared that the buff-collared nightjar was expanding as a summer Continue to search for this species in the state, and to work with public and private resident in the U.S., centering on SE AZ. However, its progress has been slow, and land managers to protect and enhance Guadalupe Canyon and similar habitats for the northern area of occupancy may prove to be temporary or one of irregular this species. occurrence at best. The species was last reported in NM in 1985 at two locations; they were not found on regular surveys in Guadalupe Canyon during the period 1987- 95. Considered critically imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF endangered species. 22 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 MOUNTAIN PLOVER Charadrius montanus G2 S1B, AZ/NM/OK CIB (KRB) Plowing during nesting season, revegetating disturbed Large population declines in 50-90% of range. Critically imperiled in NM and Management should maintain short, sparse vegetation through protection of prairie S2N/S2B,S4N/ /TX areas, conversion of grasslands to agriculture. imperiled in TX and OK. This species is also globally imperiled and on the FWS dog towns, grazing by livestock/buffalo, and/or prescribed burning. Off-road vehicle S2B/S2 Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. access should be restricted between 1 April and 1 August in plover habitat. Areas of potential plover habitat should not be converted to agriculture nor have "range improvements" that increase forage for livestock (particularly planting exotic grasses). Efforts should be made to reduce the likelihood of invasion by non-native species such as, but not restricted to, cheatgrass, leafy spurge, and knapweed. Plovers are highly attracted to recent burns. Researchers use burning to attract birds for capture. 23 WESTERN YELLOW BILLED Coccyzus americanus occidentalis C, west of G5T3Q S3/S3B,S3N/S AZ/NM/TX A-S, CAR, CIB Habitat loss, modification, and fragmentation; decreases BBB trends indicate population declines of 1.6% per year in N. America. Riparian Protection/restoration of riparian gallery forests and deciduous woody shrubs is CUCKOO Rio Grande NR (except BK), COC, in water tables; and possibly pesticides. Primary cause habitat has declined up to 90% in AZ and NM thus negatively effecting this species. important for providing habitat for recovery of populations. Protection/restoration of corridor; P* COR, GIL, PRE, for decline is extensive loss of riparian forest habitat Overall declining in western U.S. FWS candidate species for federal listing and on riparian habitat, especially where past vegetation clearing, stream diversion, water by 2013 SFE, TON throughout the west due to urban and agricultural the Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. management, agriculture, urbanization, overgrazing, and recreation has reduce development, livestock grazing, and water habitat and habitat effectiveness. Controlling invasive plant species and re- impoundments. Invasion by tamarisk is also a concern. establishing native species would improve habitat and potentially provide better invertebrate forage (primarily caterpillars). 24 COMMON GROUND DOVE Columbina passerina G5 S4/S1B,S1N AZ/NM GIL Urban development, water diversion, flood control Rare, no current documentation of nesting within NM. Survey-wide BBS trends show Conservation of existing habitat and restoration of degraded habitat are a priority for projects, grazing, and the spread of agriculture have a significant decline of -1.8% per year from 1966-1999. More recent increases this species, including riparian zones where development, water management destroyed much riparian habitat in the West. Loss and occurred in Texas (4.8%). Non-significant declines during the same period occurred activities, grazing, and agricultural practices have had significant impacts. Developing degradation of desert riparian habitats due to livestock in AZ. Critically imperiled in NM and a NMDGF endangered species. NM Forests alternatives to minimize disturbance and improve habitat in citrus orchards and other operations and improper water management will continue only. agricultural operations may be a management option. It has been suggested that to threaten bird communities that breed there. In New expansion of this species in southern CA may have been due in part to a conversion Mexico, loss of the native shrublands, weedy areas, and from furrow to drip irrigation systems in lemon and avocado groves, thereby reducing riparian areas this species prefers apparently limit this ground disturbance. Efforts to minimize disturbance to nesting birds in orchards may species. lead to population increases. Hunter education may help to better identify common ground-doves from mourning doves. Clearing patches of thornscrub may help, but extensive habitat manipulation is likely to reduce nesting success.
25 BROAD-BILLED Cynanthus latirostris G4N3B,N2N S3/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR Loss of riparian woodlands, predation upon nests. Common in southern NM, small localized populations in AZ and NM. NMDGF Monitor the status of the breeding population in Guadalupe Canyon, to search for HUMMINGBIRD threatened species and considered critically imperiled in the state. Considered additional populations elsewhere, and to encourage public and private land managers vulnerable in the state of AZ. FWS Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority to protect riparian woodlands favored by this species 26 list. GRAY CATBIRD Dumetella carolinensis G5N5B,N5N S1/S3B,S4N/S AZ/NM/OK A-S Elk and improper livestock grazing in riparian habitats. Population trends are unknown for AZ. For their entire range BBS data from 1991- 4B/S4B /TX 1996 indicate that populations are declining in the SE and over the NE portion of the periphery of their range. Populations are relatively stable over remainder of breeding range. AZ is southern most portion of range. Considered critically imperiled in AZ and a Species of Special Concern. Apparently secure in NM, OK, and TX (S4), only included for AZ Forests where the species is likely to occur. 27 BUFF-BREASTED Empidonax fulvifrons G5N1B S1 AZ COR Causes of the declines are not known, but probably are The species declined sharply after about 1920 and is now limited primarily to the FLYCATCHER related to changes in forest stand densities and control of Huachuca Mountains. Range and numbers area thought to be declining in AZ. forest fires. Loss of habitat. Species is considered critically imperiled in AZ and is a Species of Special Concern. Species is on the FWS Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. 28 EARED QUETZAL Euptilotis neoxenus G3 S1N AZ COR Loss of nesting trees from increased logging pressure, Relatively small geographic range, low and local abundance within range, destruction of habitat from agricultural encroachment, and combination of threats which may increase in the future, and lack of many protected 29 increased human disturbance. occurrences. AMERICAN PEREGRINE Falco peregrinus anatum SOC G4T4/N3B,N3N S4/S2B,S3N/S AZ/NM/TX( A-S, CAR, CIB Pesticides/chemicals, wind turbines. Widespread distribution; large number of occurrences, many in remote wilderness. Incubating birds are generally silent, unobtrusive, and easily overlooked. When the FALCON 2B listed in (except BK), COC, Had been extirpated in E. U.S. and SE Canada due to pesticide poisoning; greatly nestlings are older or fledge, adults may boldly react to intruders. Humans should NM) COR, GIL, KAI, reduced numbers over many other portions of its range; numbers currently increasing immediately vacate area under such conditions. Because peregrine falcons require LIN, PRE, SFE, and recovery objectives have been met in most areas. NMDGF threatened species. open areas for hunting, fires could be beneficial provided burning led to an increase TON Recently delisted by FWS; trends and status are still under post listing review. The of prey species; early season fires near eyries could disturb young or nesting pairs. species is also on the FWS Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. Burning objectives should include creating a mosaic of habitats and maintenance of abundant prey species. There are no known range-wide threats to the peregrine falcon in AZ. However, individual eyries are subject to disturbance by recreationists.
30 CACTUS FERRUGINOUS Glaucidium brasilianum cactorum G3 S1/S3B AZ/TX COR Destruction and modification of riparian and thornscrub Recently taken off the federal list of species by the FWS due to a Distinct Population PYGMY OWL habitats via urban and agricultural encroachment, wood Segment issue. Species is state listed as threatened in TX and is a species of cutting, water diversion, channelization, livestock special concern in AZ. overgrazing, groundwater pumping, and hydrological changes resulting from various land-use practices 31 BALD EAGLE Haliaeetus leucocephalus SOC G5 N5B,N5N S2S3B,S4N/S1 AZ/NM/ ALL The Bald Eagle was delisted on August 8, 2007. On Bald eagle protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Act. Utilize the Bald Eagle Management Guidelines and comply with the Bald Eagle and B,S4N/SNR/S3 OK/TX February 25, 2010 FWS determined Sonoran Desert Golden Eagle Act. 32 B,S3N population did not warrant listing. WHITE-EARED Hylocharis leucotis G5 S1S2/S1 AZ/NM GIL, COR Improper livestock grazing, logging, road construction. No declines have been reported in the larger portion of their range; however, the HUMMINGBIRD species is considered critically imperiled in both AZ and NM and there are only small populations in both states. It is likely that habitat destruction has reduced overall numbers. AZ Species of Special Concern and state listed as threatened in NM. Likely a very rare migrant on any FS lands. 33 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 YELLOW-EYED JUNCO Junco phaeonotus G5N3 S3/S2B,S2N AZ, NM COR (Douglas RD The greatest threat facing local populations is Inhabits coniferous forest clad mountains and canyons of SE AZ, most abundant in Management activities (e.g., prescribed fire and vegetation tx.) within junco habitat (Threatened in in NM), TON catastrophic wildfire enhanced by past fire-suppression. forests that are cooler, wetter and shaded. Commonly nesting from 5900 to 10,000 should be scheduled outside of breeding season whenever possible. NM) (Corman and Wise-Gervais 2005). feet. Northern most populations from Pinal Mts (Gila Co.), higher elevations of Pinaleno, Santa Catalina, Rincon, Santa Rita and Chiricahua mountains, and eastern slopes of Huachuca Mountains. recently found nesting in Mule Mts. (Corman and Wise-Gervais 2005). 34 WHITE-TAILED PTARMIGAN Lagopus leucura G5 S1B,S1N NM CAR, SFE Sensitive to human disturbance, improper livestock Northern NM is southern most portion of range. Species was locally common over Protection of the limited alpine and tundra habitats within the state is essential to grazing. many parts of their range, but in NM the species has become quite rare since the turn preservation of white-tailed ptarmigan in NM. In addition, trapping and releasing of of the century. The species was reported only twice during the five year period 1989- birds into favorable habitat should help safeguard against stochastic events. 93. NMDGF endangered species. 35 WHISKERED SCREECH OWL Megascops trichopsis SOC G5/N4 S5/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR Habitat (pine-oak) loss or alteration. Populations secure in Mexico and Central America where human activities are In New Mexico, protection of habitat -- esp. pine-oak and oak woodlands in the limited. Detected in NM in early 90's. Small populations occur in Peloncillo and Peloncillo and probably the Animas Mtns.. in Hidalgo County. Such protection should Animas Mountains. NM and AZ are northern most part of range. NMDGF threatened focus especially on preventing activities that might reduce the habitat suitability for species and considered critically imperiled in NM. FWS Birds of Conservation this owl, such as the removal of trees (esp. snags and hollow trees) and associated Concern National Priority list. vegetation. In addition, reduce excessive exposure to vocalization playbacks, as such could disturb the birds and cause reduction in survival. 36 GILA WOODPECKER Melanerpes uropygialis G5 S5/S2B,S2N AZ/NM GIL Habitat loss and degradation/fragmentation. Results from BBS indicate a non-significant decline in AZ. Not enough monitoring in NM to determine populations trends. Is considered imperiled (S2) in NM and is listed as a NMDGF threatened species. For this list, the species is being included for the GIL only, as it is considered secure in AZ and globally. 37 GOULD'S WILD TURKEY Meleagris gallopavo mexicana SOC G5T3 S1/S2 AZ/NM COR Habitat loss. Population was extirpated in AZ, although many reintroduction efforts have helped to Grazing by livestock should allow for adequate herbaceous biomass to support establish small populations. Small, relatively stable populations occur in NM and AZ invertebrate foods and cover for young. Thinning and an interspersion of forest where it is considered critically imperiled. NMDGF threatened species. structure benefits turkeys in unnaturally dense forests. Protection of habitat, enforement to prevent poaching, avoiding excessive disturbance in nesting and roosting habitat, undue competition with livestock, and hybridization with non-native turkeys are essential to preserving this subspecies in the Southwest. Although populations continue to be small, they may be adapted to local conditions, hence augmentation with stock from elsewhere is not recommended. Prescribed fire can be used to stimulate the growth of food plants and promote early-spring green-up of grasses. Fire can also reduce litter, exposing seeds and insects, and reduce brush so that turkeys can spot predators. Fire can be used to create edges to increase nesting habitat and may reduce parasites such as ticks and lice. However, spring fires can destroy nests. Fast-moving fires may kill poults, but once wild turkeys can fly, fires are probably not much of a threat.
38 ABERT'S TOWHEE Melozoneaberti G3G4N3N4 S3/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR, GIL Improper livestock grazing, loss of riparian habitat, Small geographic range and extensive loss and modification of native riparian habitat Need to determine demographic (source/sink) status of birds in human created and parasitism by cowbirds. indicate high rank. In the Gila Valley, recent counts amounted to about 20% of exotic habitats. counts from 15 to 25 years ago, furthermore, incidental observations in recent years also suggested that numbers were reduced from 15-25 years ago. The species is critically imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF threatened species. The species is a rare permanent resident that breeds in the GIL NF, and is a common transient (spring and fall) on the CIB (BISON-M). 39 SULPHUR-BELLIED Myiodynastes luteiventris G5/N3B S3 AZ COR, TON HDMS Notes: Primarily nest (in snags) in the sky islands of SE AZ, but have been FLYCATCHER found as far west as Baboquivari Mountains and locally north to the Sierra Ancha's. 1997 breeding record from as far north as Oak Creek Canyon near West Fork. Typically nests from 4500 to 6000 feet elevation. (Corman and Wise-Gervais 2005). 40 ROSE-THROATED BECARD Pachyramphus aglaiae G4G5N1B S1 AZ COR Improper livestock grazing, de-watering wetland habitats, Extirpated in the lower Rio Grande valley coincident with plant community changing. Recommended habitat management measures include reducing riparian grazing to habitat fragmentation, disturbance by birdwatchers, urban Decline of large trees attributed to long term lack of flooding. Breeding populations maintain and enhance sycamore and other tree regeneration, reducing groundwater development. have fluctuated in the past in AZ. Very local breeding species on northern periphery of withdrawal to maintain perennial stream flow, and reducing tape playback disturbance range in U.S. There are no trend info. or pop. estimates for AZ; however, total by bird watchers. Comprehensive observational studies are needed to illuminate observed nesting pairs currently range from 2-7 annually in two locales; occurrences details of the breeding cycle, migration, and inter- and intraspecific behavior. The have been extirpated from other local areas. relationship between populations breeding at the northern limit of the range and the core population needs further understanding.
41 VARIED BUNTING Passerina versicolor G5N4B S3/S1B,S1N/S AZ/NM/TX COR, LIN Reduction of dense shrubby habitat. Small population occurs in NM (2-5 territories). Perhaps locally common in AZ; 4B however is considered vulnerable in the state (S3). The species is considered critically imperiled (S1) in NM and is a NMDGF threatened species. 42 ARIZONA WOODPECKER Picoides arizonae G5N3 S3/S2B,S2N AZ, NM COR Devastating wildfires and possibly reduced groundwater Occurs in several forested habitats in SE AZ, with Madrean evergreen oaks an tables in canyons are likely the greatest threats to local important component of all. Found in most sky islands in SE AZ, but somehow populations (Corman and Wise-Gervais 2005). undetected in Mule and Whetstone mountains. (Corman and Wise-Gervais 2005). 43 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 ELEGANT TROGON Trogon elegans G5/N1N2N, S3/S1B,S1N AZ, NM COR Degradation and loss of native riparian habitat through Most nesting pairs inhabit forested mountain canyons were large sycamores merge "Reduce riparian and adjacent-slope grazing to maintain and enhance sycamore and N3B (Endangered in stream diversion, groundwater withdrawal, erosion, and with Madrean pine-oak woodlands. They nest locally between 3650-6300 feet, and oak regeneration in breeding habitat; reduce diversions and groundwater withdrawal NM) overgrazing observed foraging up to 7000ft. They breed in select canyons of the Chiricahua, to maintain perennial stream flow; retain large sycamores in nesting habitat; retain Huachuca, Pajarito and Santa Rita mountains. Threats include loss of sycamores and mature trees in foraging habitat; establish seasonal closures near nest sites as adjacent pine-oak woodlands to drawdown of water tables or catastrophic wildfires. necessary to reduce disturbance by birdwatchers and photographers; establish long- Higher concentrations of hikers on trails through trogon territories during critical term nest monitoring program." (AZGFD 2001; periods may lead to nest failures. (Corman and Wise-Gervais 2005). Also found http://www.azgfd.gov/w_c/edits/documents/Trogeleg.d.pdf) annually in the Peloncillo Mountains in Hidalgo County. 44 LESSER PRAIRIE-CHICKEN Tympanuchus pallidicinctus P* G3N3 S2B,S2N/S1/S NM/OK/TX CIB (KRB and BK Habitat fragmentation, wind power and energy Proposed for listing in 2012. May occur on NFS lands in NM, TX and OK on National 2B transmission operation and development, predation, Grasslands administered by the Cibola NF. habitat conversion for agriculture, petroleum production and disease, collision mortality, improper livestock grazing, extreme weather events, climate change, shrub control and eradication, insecticides, altered fire regimes, encroachment by invasive woody plants, roads and other similar linear features, surface water impoundments, hunting and other forms of recreation, educational, or scientific use, hybridization, etc.
45 THICK-BILLED KINGBIRD Tyrannus crassirostris G5N2B S2/S1B,S1N AZ/NM COR Logging, improper livestock grazing, water diversion. Limited occurrence in NM. AZ and NM are northern most part of range. Population trends of this species are unknown. A rare bird that was first discovered in the U.S. in 1958, the range of this Mexican species has expanded northward since the middle of the 20th century. Critically imperiled in NM and a NMDGF endangered species. In AZ it is considered imperiled and is a Species of Special Concern. 46 ARIZONA BELL'S VIREO Vireo bellii arizonae SOC G5T4 S4/S2B,S3N AZ/NM GIL, LIN BBS data indicate significant survey wide declines averaging 3.2% per year. The species is very limited in its distribution and is declining across its range. It is negatively impacted by riparian habitat loss from agricultural, water, road and urban development. Considered imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF threatened species. FWS Birds of Conservation Concern National Priority list. Sensitive for NM Forests only as it is considered secure globally and apparently secure (S4) in AZ. 47 GRAY VIREO Vireo vicinior G4N4B S4/S4B,S3N AZ/ NM CAR, COR Even aged forest mgmt, habitat fragmentation, improper Population declines in northern AZ and northwestern NM. Apparently secure (S4) in (NS); S2 (B-M) (Douglas RD), livestock grazing, cowbird parasitism. Changes in fire NM; however it is a NMDGF threatened species. It is also on the FWS Birds of NM listed SFE, CIB, GIL, regime that bring about an increase in fire extent or Conservation Concern National Priority list. This species is likely a rare transient to LIN frequency may be detrimental. the Forests within NM. In AZ, the KAI is within breeding range; however the species is considered apparently secure in the state (S4); therefore no AZ Forests are 48 included. 49 CLAMS (3) CALIFORNIA FLOATER Anodonta californiensis G3QN3 S1 AZ A-S, COC Deterioration of stream habitat quality through improper Declining populations and distribution range-wide. This is a freshwater clam that lives Inventory is needed, particularly in drainages in the Great Basin, as is continued livestock grazing, irrigation diversions, urbanization, and in shallow areas of unpolluted perennial waters which is dependent on host fish during monitoring of known populations. Also identification of potential for restoration of sedimentation. Loss of native fishes that were hosts for its larval stage. AZ has noted that possible declines may be linked with reduced original habitat. As the species is closely associated with species of fish, once the glochidia. Non-native species predation. populations of native fish that serve as larval host or hosts are known, a total fish-molluscan management plan should be hosts. developed to avoid developing a habitat to improve one native species at the 50 expense of another. LILLJEBORG PEACLAM Pisidium lilljeborgi G5 S1 NM SFE The restricted population of this unique pea-clam is The population of these clams is low at known locations; therefore, alteration (e.g., by Maintain watershed health. Prevent water contamination. vulnerable to contaminants, sedimentation, and stochastic pollution) could reduce habitat suitability and threaten the species. The species has a natural events (fire, drought). Potential biological threats very localized distribution and is found on the SF. Critically imperiled in NM, and a are posed by introduction and establishment of the zebra NMDGF threatened species. mussel in Nambe Lake from fish stocking practices and/or accidental bait bucket introduction. 51 SANGRE DE CRISTO PEA- Pisidium sanguinichristi G1Q S1 NM CAR Mining, fire mgmt, dewatering. Some questions currently on taxonomy; however, only known to occur on CAR. Maintain watershed health. Prevent water contamination. Taxonomic status CLAM Critically imperiled globally as well as within NM and a NMDGF threatened species. uncertain, needs further study. 52 CRUSTACEANS (2) 53 KAIBAB FAIRY SHRIMP Branchinecta kaibabensis G1G2 SNR AZ KAI Threats have not been adequately assessed, but limited Branchinecta can be found in both dry lakes and vernal pools. Branchinecta the distribution and thus vulnerability to stocastic event kaibabensis is known only from the Kaibab Plateau in Coconino Co., Arizona. are recognized. Collections from ephemeral pools throughout this region show B. kaibabensis to occur south of the crossroads town of Jacob Lake in the Kaibab National Forest. (Belk and Fugate, 2000). Currently no occurrences in HDMS. Belk (1998) makes the case that habitat con-servation is the first priority in protecting fairy shrimps and the other inhabitants of ephemeral wetlands. He cites several situations in which once widely distributed species have become rare as a result of human activities that were destructive to temporary pools. (Belk and Fugate, 2000).
54 DUMONT'S FAIRY SHRIMP Streptocephalus henridumontis G4G5 S1 (NS)/SNR NM CIB, LIN Ephemeral wetland loss from agricultural practices, Narrow endemic. Found on the (a) Lincoln NF, Smokey Bear Ranger District, Blue Protect ephemeral wetlands from agricultural development, overgrazing, improper grazing, point and nonpoint discharge, highway Lake; and (b) Cibola NF, Zuni Mts. Ranger District (2 different dirt tanks: Bonita contaminants, highway development, mosquito abatement projects, and other improvement, mosquito abatement. Canyon, Trail Canyon). disturbances that will affect the structural integrity of the wetland or its water quality. 55 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 563 FISH (13) MEXICAN STONEROLLER Campostoma ornatum G3G4N1N2 S1 AZ COR Habitat loss, non-native predation, dewatering, Global conservation status of vulnerable. Considered critically imperiled in AZ. More research is needed on life history. sedimentation. American Fisheries Society species of "special concern". Endangered in Mexico. 57 DESERT SUCKER Catostomus clarkii SOC G3G4 S3S4/S2 AZ/NM A-S, COC, COR, Flow and thermal alteration. Non-native competition and The desert sucker is listed as "species of concern" throughout its range as well as by GIL, PRE, TON predation. Dewatering, habitat alteration. the State of NM. NatureServe and The Nature Conservancy describe the status of the species as declining throughout its range. Additionally, the species conservation status is considered imperiled in NM and vulnerable in AZ. 58 ZUNI BLUEHEAD SUCKER Catostomus discobolus jarrovii P* G4T1 S1/S1 AZ/NM CIB Habitat loss, non-native predation, dewatering, Species of special concern in AZ, and the American Fisheries Society considers them See recovery plan (Carman 2004). sedimentation. a species of concern. The historical range of the species is very limited to the Zuni 59 River drainage. NMDGF endangered species. SONORA SUCKER Catostomus insignis SOC G3G4N3N4 S3/S2 AZ/NM A-S, COC, COR, Threatened by water diversion, altered hydrology, and Vulnerable in AZ and imperiled in NM. A decline in abundance is apparent for the GIL, TON, PRE competition/predation from non-native fishes. southern part of its range with increasing threats from water diversion, altered hydrology, and competition/hybridization from/with non-native species. 60 RIO GRANDE SUCKER Catostomus plebeius SOC G3G4N3 SNA/S2 AZ/NM CIB, CAR, GIL, Hybridization with the introduced white sucker is the Rangewide, the species is considered vulnerable (G3). In NM the species is Conserve pure stock in captivity. More research is needed on life history and SFE primary reason for decline in northern NM and southern considered imperiled (S2). Although populations are thought to be stable in the ecology. Explore possibility that interactions with nonnative fishes in degraded CO; elsewhere, habitat modifications (elevated sediments southern portion of their range, they appear to be decreasing in the north. Current habitats lower population viability. and stream dewatering) have contributed to declines; distribution information is lacking. some populations may have been extirpated by the introduction of predaceous northern pike. 61 LITTLE COLORADO SUCKER Catostomus sp.3 G2 S2 AZ COC, A-S (indirect Habitat degradation, predation. Listed as a "wildlife of concern" in AZ. The global status of the species is imperiled, effects as likely while also considered imperiled in AZ, the only state in which it occurs. not on Forest Service lands {A-S only}). 62 GREENTHROAT DARTER Etheostoma lepidum SOC G3G4N3N4 S2 NM LIN could have Depleted surface flows, altered stream morphology, NM listed as threatened and considered imperiled in NM. indirect effects. pollution. Likely not on 63 Forest. HEADWATER CHUB Gila nigra C G2Q S2/SNR AZ/NM COC, GIL, TON non-native predation and competition. Habitat destruction Information on this newly described species is lacking. Status is similar to that of the and degradation, dewatering and diversions. Improper Gila chub and the roundtail chub from which the species was separated and livestock grazing, channelization, sedimentation caused described. Species has declined significantly in abundance in many areas, due to by roads and concentrated recreation. Disease, habitat alteration and exotic species. NMDGF Endangered species. population fragmentation, isolation. 64 RIO GRANDE CHUB Gila pandora G3 S3 (S2 in B-M) NM CAR, CIB, LIN, Threats are stream dewatering and habitat modification Vulnerable throughout its range. Range has been reduced in the Rio Grande and Important management needs include protection of riparian areas, minimization of SFE due to channelization. Pecos River basins and now restricted to headwaters and small rivers where cover, sediment input due to anthropogenic causes (e.g., road building, timber harvest), undercut banks, and aquatic vegetation is susceptible to change. Species is listed as maintenance of channel stability and natural fluvial dynamics, and removal of non- a sensitive species in R2 FS and by NMDGF. Has been recommended for inclusion native fish species. Better information is needed on distribution, life history, by species experts. population trends, and community ecology. 65 ROUNDTAIL CHUB Gila robusta C G3 S2/S2 AZ/NM A-S, COC, CAR, Aquifer pumping; stream diversion; reduction in stream Declining significantly in abundance in many areas. Considered imperiled (S2) in Reintroduce roundtail chub where possible, and remove/minimize effects (e.g., fish GIL, TON, PRE flows; predation by and competition with non-native both NM and AZ. Has likely been extirpated from the Zuni and San Francisco River barriers) of non-native fish. Reduce impacts of cattle grazing on broadleaf species in fishes, change of riparian communities from broadleaf drainages in NM. NMDGF endangered species. riparian areas. 66 overstory to scrub habitat. HEADWATER CATFISH Ictalarus lupus SOC G3 S1 NM LIN Competition and/or hybridization with channel catfish in Critically imperiled (S1) in NM. Also has a status designation by the American the greatly disturbed streams of NM has eliminated Fisheries Society of "species of concern". There is a lack of status information on headwater catfish from most of original range (Sublette et this species. 67 al. 1990). RIO GRANDE CUTTHROAT Oncorhynchus clarki virginalis C G4T3 S2 NM CAR, GIL, LIN, Habitat degraded by improper livestock grazing and Imperiled in NM (S2). American Fisheries Society considers the subspecies of Removing non-native salmonids and installing barriers to prevent upstream TROUT SFE timber harvest; hybridization and competition with various special concern. Range of the subspecies if very restricted and believed to be as movement of non-native trout are vital to maintaining and increasing range and introduced salmonids; dewatering caused by irrigation little as 5-7 % of the historical range. According to BISON M, the species is located abundance. Basic life history attributes, habitat requirements, and limiting factors, diversion; poor winter habitat, stream intermittency, and on the Lincoln NF. including the specific effects of other fishes, need to be determined. deteriorating water quality resulting from drought; susceptible to habitat loss/degradation resulting from wildfires; highly vulnerable to replacement by non-native trout; more vulnerable to angling than are coexisting trout; habitat is fragmented, and most populations are isolated in headwater habitats, and gene flow among populations is virtually nonexistent.
68 SUCKERMOUTH MINNOW Phenacobius mirabilis G5 S2 NM CIB (KRB) Altered flow regimes, dewatering of riverine habitats. Although this species is widespread and secure throughout much of its range (G5), it is imperiled (S2) in NM through the western and southeastern portions. NMDGF 69 threatened species. 70 INSECTS (25) SUNRISE SKIPPER Adopaeoides prittwitzi G2G4/N1/N2 S2/SNR AZ, NM COR Overgrazing. Habitat loss, natural or unnatural flood Native upland marshes and springs. Southern Arizona, southwest Texas, and scouring of habitat. Mexico. Recent observations from Santa Cruz River (Santa Cruz Cty), near Canelo, 71 and Parker Canyon Lake (Cochise Cty). 72 NETWING MIDGE Agathon arizonicus G1 SNR AZ TON Events that effect water flow or water quality. Very limited distribution. Considered critically imperiled globally. Protect water quantity and quality. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 HUACHUCA GIANT SKIPPER Agathymus evansi G2G3 S3 AZ COR Habitat alteration, small population. Species is Limited distribution, in AZ only known the Huachuca Mountains and vicinity. There Preserve stands of its food plant, Agave parryi var. huachucensis. associated with agave plants, typically found between are probably fewer than 20 metapopulations of this species and almost certainly 5,600 and 5,800 feet. Larval host is Agave parryi. fewer than 100. Some populations do occur in Mexico. Species is considered 73 imperiled globally. SABINO CANYON Argia sabino G1 S1 AZ COR Use of fish toxicants to remove non-native fish, mosquito Narrow endemic, know only in US from Santa Catalina Mtns. Populations size Remove non-natives, survey before applying fish toxicants, limit water withdrawals, DAMSELFLY abatement, exotic crayfish, non-native fish, stream drying, appears to be decreasing as the range has constricted in the last 35 years. maintain habitat. 74 flash floods, channelization. Considered critically imperiled globally and within AZ. CESTUS SKIPPER Atrytonopsis cestus G3G4 S2 AZ COR All populations and their habitat should be protected. Very rare species with a few locations in the Boboquivari mountains and adjacent Protect habitat. Conduct surveys before engaging in project that would alter thorn foothills. Also the Atascosa, Tumacacori, Santa Catalina, and Galiuro Mountains. scrub grasslands. Very limited range in southern AZ and species should not be assumed to be secure. 75 A STONEFLY Capnia caryi G1/N1 SNR/SNR AZ, NM A-S, GIL Newly described species from New Mexico and Arizona. It has been recorded from New Mexico in Catron Co. (Upper Iron Creek) and in Arizona from Apache Co. (Mamie Creek at Escudilla Mountain); both near the border of southern Arizona and New Mexico (Baumann and Jacobi, 2002). 76 PARKER'S CYLLOEPUS Cylloepus parkeri G1? S1 AZ TON Requires water with high oxygen content, high sensitivity Narrow endemic found only in Bloody Basin area. Considered critically imperiled both Maintain healthy riparian habitat, water quality and water quantity. RIFFLE BEETLE to pollution. Improper livestock grazing, mining, stream globally and within the state of AZ. 77 bed alteration. CHIRICAHUA WATER Cymbiodyta arizonica G2? S2? AZ COR Aquatic habitat degradation, loss of water. Limited distribution, considered imperiled globally and within the state of AZ. Maintain water quality and quantity. 78 SCAVENGER BEETLE DASHED RINGTAIL Erpetogomphus heterodon G2G4 SNR/SNR NM/TX GIL Timber harvest, improper livestock grazing, and fires that Limited distribution to streams in Catron and Grant Counties on GIL. Provide buffers for timber harvest, protect streams from overgrazing, maintain water 79 destabilize streamflow. quality and quantity. MOTH (Notodontid moth) Euhyparpax rosea G1G2N1N2 SNR NM GIL Fire, invasive plants Narrow endemic, known only from location near Silver City in NM. Species has been found from only one or two locations. Considered critically imperiled globally. 80 PINALENO MONKEY Eumorsea pinaleno G1G3 S1S3 AZ COR Logging, improper livestock grazing, fire. Endemic, very little know about the species. It is the most geographically restricted Prevent overgrazing, uncontrolled wildfires. GRASSHOPPER and rarest of all eumastacid genera in North America (HDMS). Wingless nature of species greatly impedes its dispersal from current known locations. Considered 81 critically imperiled globally and in AZ. SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS Euphydryas anicia cloudcrofti SOC G5T1N1 SNR NM LIN Improper livestock grazing, feral horses, recreation Narrow endemic found only on and near the LIN. Previously proposed for federal Protect meadows and host plants for larvae and adults. Restore meadows that have CHECKERSPOT BUTTERFLY activities associated with Off Road Vehicles, camping, listing as endangered by the FWS. been lost to conifer encroachment. Restore natural fire cycle. and wildfire. 82 A MAYFLY Fallceon eatoni G1G2/N1N2 SNR AZ TON Mexican species that was rediscoverd in 2005 for first time since 19th century collection in Sonora Mexico in 1892, thus proving their continued existance. The discovery took place in Salt River Canyon, Gila County in 2005. 83 STEPHAN'S HETERELMIS Heterelmis stephani C G1 S1 AZ COR Requires water with high oxygen content, high sensitivity Narrow endemic. FWS candidate species for federal listing. Considered imperiled Maintain water quality and quantity. Protect water from pollution and nutrient inputs. RIFFLE BEETLE to pollution. Spring alteration from boxing, capping, globally as well as in AZ. piping, recreational impacts, improper livestock grazing, mining, or stream bed alterations. 84 "GILA" MAY FLY Lachlania dencyanna G1 SNR NM GIL Stream degradation, sedimentation, increased water Narrow endemic - has been found near East fork and mainstem Gila. The species is Provide buffers for timber harvest, protect streams from overgrazing, maintain water 85 temperature. considered critically imperiled globally, but not yet ranked in NM. quality and quantity. A CADDISFLY Lepidostoma apache G1/N1 S1 AZ A-S Larval habitat not yet known. This species was recently described from Arizona in the Blue River, Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Greenlee Co., Arizona (Houghton, 86 2001). A CADDISFLY Lepidostoma knulli G2G3/N2N3 S1/SNR AZ/NM A-S, COC Lepidostoma larvae occupy coolwater springs, streams, and rivers, and occasionally occur in lacustrine habitats (Czachorowski 2004, Holzenthal et al. 2007). Blinn and Ruiter (2006, 2009) noted that the species occurred in cool stream segments with generally swift-flowing water, dominated by large cobbles with low embeddness of interstitial gravels. Houghton (2001) found this species in two sites in Apache National Forest, eastern Arizona. Moulton et al. (1994) lists two sites in Apache and Coconino Cos., Arizona. 87 A CADDISFLY Limnephilus granti G1/N1 SNR AZ A-S, COR Extremely rare and all specimens have been collected from springs and their immediate outlets in the ponderosa pine region of eastern Arizona in two counties at 88 3 sites FERRIS' COPPER Lycaena ferrisi G1G2 N1N2 S3 AZ A-S Climate change, fire suppression, larval host plant is Limited distribution, found in White Mountains of AZ. Critically imperiled globally and Consider prescribed fire or thinning to maintain open montane meadows. Avoid Rumex hymenosepalus. Grazing? within AZ. Possibly only one metapopulation, very probable there are less than 20. overgrazing of montane meadows. 89 A MAYFLY Moribaetis mimbresaurus G1G2/N1N2 SNR AZ COC Collected from Oak Creek @ Pumphouse Wash in 1984. Disjunct population from known Mexican and Central American populations. This species has a relictual distribution in Arizona and probably was much more widespread in Mexico and Central America at one time. (McCafferty 2007). HDMS needs to add this location. 90 BALMORHEA SADDLE-CASE Protoptila balmorhea G2/N2 SNR AZ COC It appears to be known in Arizona only from two springs complexes in lower Oak CADDISFLY Creek: Page Springs and Bubbling Ponds (including Lolo Mai Spring). The overall elevation range of this species in Arizona is restricted to 3200 - 3300 ft (975 - 1005 m; Blinn and Ruiter 2009). Blinn and Ruiter (2006, 2009) indicate that P. balmorhea occurs on Coconino National Forest in warm-water channels that are sand floored, with relatively low embeddness. 91 A CADDISFLY Psychoronia brooksi G1/N1 SNR NM LIN; Ruidoso RD Known only from the type locality in the North Fork Rio Ruidoso in Lincoln Co., NM. at 92 the entrance to Ski Apache Ski Area. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 NOKOMIS FRITILLARY Speyeria nokomis nokomis G3T1N1 SNR/S1 AZ/NM CAR Herbicide, improper livestock grazing, hydrologic Narrow endemic. Limited range with few remaining sites and significant threats to Protect marshes, wet meadows, and areas where host plant is present. changes. Potentially overcollecting. habitat. Rounded global status (T1) is critically imperiled. Also considered critically 93 imperiled in NM. BONITA DIVING BEETLE Stictotarusus neomexicana (aka. SOC G2 SNR/S1 NM/TX LIN Degradation of habitat - water quality and quantity. Narrow endemic. Population trends unknown, but species is considered critically Maintain water quality and quantity. 94 Deroneotes n.) imperiled globally. Former FWS Category 2 Candidate Species. A Cave Obligate Tuberochernes ubicki G1G2 SNR AZ COR 95 Pseudoscorpion A CADDISFLY Wormaldia planae G2/N1N2 SNR AZ COC, PRE, TON A Caribean genus, Wormaldia is more or less restricted to the cooler spring-fed streams in mountainous regions of Middle America. (Flint 1968). This species was originally described from Chiapas, Mexico; but was recently found in Arizona from Gila to Yavapai Cos. (Gila Co.: Line Fossil Creek, Fossil Creek; Yavapai Co.: Beaver Creek, below outlet of Montezuma Well, unnamed stream at Ward Ranch) (Munoz- Quesada and Holzanthal, 2008). HDMS will need to obtain report to help identify locations found in AZ. 96 97 MAMMALS (37) NORTHERN PYGMY MOUSE Baiomys taylori ater G4G5 S3/S2 AZ/NM COR Highly restricted distribution, require well-developed Requires well-developed warm grassland habitat; sensitive to degradation (e.g. grassland, especially in riparian areas. improper livestock grazing, shrub encroachment) of grassland habitat. Restricted, localized distribution. Considered imperiled in both AZ and NM. 98 MEXICAN LONG-TONGUED Choeronycteris mexicana SOC G4N2 S3/S2 AZ/NM COR Habitat & roost loss/degradation; food resource loss; AZGFD Wildlife of Special Concern. Reduced abundance; loss of roosting habitat via Obtain additional information on life history and behavior. BAT highly vulnerable to human disturbance. abandoned mine closures & cave recreation; loss of agave & columnar cacti food resources through collecting & harvest. Considered imperiled in AZ and critically 99 imperiled in NM. PALE TOWNSEND'S BIG- Corynorhinus townsendii pallescens SOC G4T4 S3S4/S3(NS) AZ/NM A-S, CAR, CIB, Disturbance/destruction of roost sites via recreational Documented losses and/or reductions in maternity colonies. Human disturbance has EARED BAT S?(B-M) COC, COR, GIL, caving, mine reclamation, renewed mining, etc. caused roost abandonment and/or negatively affected reproductive success. Habitat KAI, LIN, PRE, Inadequate surveys of abandoned mines prior to closure. destruction and/or modification by partial blocking or improper gating of cave/mine 100 SFE, TON roosts. GUNNISON'S PRAIRIE DOG Cynomys gunnisoni G5 S4/S2 AZ/NM CAR, CIB, SFE, Vulnerable to poisoning, shooting, agriculture, Keystone species, extreme reduction in distribution and abundance; subject to (prairie population) GIL urbanization, habitat fragmentation, disease. agricultural control and plague; poisoned to point of extirpation. Considered to be 101 imperiled in NM. GUNNISON'S PRAIRIE DOG Cynomys gunnisoni pop. 1 C G5T2 SNR NM CAR, CIB, SFE, Vulnerable to poisoning, shooting, agriculture, Keystone species, extreme reduction in distribution and abundance; subject to (montane population) GIL urbanization, habitat fragmentation, disease. agricultural control and plague; poisoned to point of extirpation. Considered to be imperiled in NM. Canditate sub-population. On list for NM Forests only. 102 BLACK-TAILED PRAIRIE DOG Cynomys ludovicianus SOC G4N4 SX/S2/S3/S3 AZ/NM/OK CIB (KRB only) Vulnerable to poisoning, shooting, agriculture, Keystone species; extreme reduction in distribution and abundance; subject to /TX urbanization, habitat fragmentation, disease. Populations agricultural control and plague. Former FWS candidate species, considered 103 are disjunct. vulnerable globally and imperiled in NM. HOUSEROCK VALLEY Dipodomys microps leucotis G5T2QN2 S2 AZ KAI Extremely limited distribution, low general abundance, AZGFD Wildlife of Special Concern; relative abundance is low and patchy; species is CHISEL TOOTHED habitat lost to agriculture and ranching; requires well absent from parts of former range, most likely due to intense past and present KANGAROO RAT (aka: developed shrub cover or can be replaced by grazing practices. Marble Canyon Kangaroo Rat) competitors.
104 SPOTTED BAT Euderma maculatum G4 S1S2/S3 AZ/NM A-S, CAR, CIB, Populations considered vulnerable; threats include Urban & suburban expansion; activities that disturb cliff roosting habitat; woody COC, GIL, KAI, recreational climbing, pesticides, improper livestock encroachment of high elevation meadows. NMDGF threatened species. AZGFD 105 LIN, SFE, TON grazing & pest control operations. Wildlife of Special Concern. WHITE MOUNTAINS Ictidomys tridecemlineatus monticola G5T3N3 S1S2 AZ A-S Greatly reduced habitat, loss & degradation. Restricted, relict isolated distribution; pattern requires grassland which has declined GROUND SQUIRREL due to agriculture, development, and shrub invasion; Sacramento Mountain 106 population may be extinct. ALLEN'S LAPPET-BROWED Idionycteris phyllotis SOC G4 S2S3/S2 AZ/NM A-S, CIB, COC, Vulnerable to habitat loss via vandalism, closure of Habitat destruction and/or modification by partial blocking or improper gating; mine Most aspects of the ecology of this species need further study. BAT COR, GIL, KAI, abandoned mines, and timber management practices closures for hazard abatement and renewal of mining activity at previously TON (snags), data deficient. abandoned mine sites. Human disturbance in existing roosts can cause abandonment of roost and/or negatively affect reproductive success. Use of tree roosts is common, therefore susceptible to thinning, fire, and fuels management practices. Considered imperiled in AZ and NM. 107 WESTERN RED BAT Lasiurus blossevillii SOC G5/N3 S3/S3 (S2 B-M) AZ/NM A-S, COC, COR, Deciduous riparian habitat loss/degradation; roosting & Loss & degradation of riparian & other broad-leaf deciduous forests & woodlands Information is needed on life history, population status and trends, and roost GIL, KAI, LIN, foraging habitat reduced due to agricultural conversion; across Southwest; indicator of healthy southwestern riparian woodlands. AZGFD requirements. PRE, TON pesticides; winter roosts impacted by prescribed fire. Wildlife of Special Concern. Considered imperiled in both AZ and NM. 108 WESTERN YELLOW BAT Lasiurus xanthinus G5 S2S3/S2(NS) AZ/NM COR Loss, alteration, and/or degradation of southwestern Human disturbance & destruction of palm tree roosts; loss & degradation of riparian S1(B-M) riparian areas and associated habitats; improper livestock & deciduous woodlands across Southwest; data deficient. Considered imperiled in grazing, and forest and woodland clearing. AZ and critically imperiled in NM. NMDGF threatened species. 109 CANADA LYNX Lynx canadensis C G5 Not ranked NM CAR, SF (species Habitat loss and fragmentation. Recreational activities, Determined warranted to be listed in NM by FWS on December 17, 2009 not known to occur such as ski areas and snowmobiling. Increased historically. CO competition and displacement by bobcat and coyote in reintroduction in some areas. 1999 has resulted in lynx traveling through northern NM)
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FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 AMERICAN MARTEN Martes americana origenes G5 S2 NM CAR, SFE Habitat loss & degradation, past extensive logging and Rare; restricted distribution; high forest zone species subject to habitat loss due to trapping for pelts. climate change; forestry practices impact species. Considered imperiled in NM and a 111 NMDGF threatened species. HOODED SKUNK Mephitis macroura milleri G5N4 S4/S2 AZ/NM COR*, GIL Restricted distribution; associated with low-elevation Conversion of low-elevation riparian habitats to urban and agricultural lands, riparian habitats. indeterminant trapping and poisoning. Considered secure in AZ; however imperiled in 112 NM. *NM Forests only. WHITE-BELLIED LONG- Microtus longicaudus leucophaeus G3T3 S2 AZ COR Endemic found only in Pinaleno Mtns. At > 8,000; largely Endemic subspecies with highly restricted distribution; requires wet herbaceous TAILED VOLE dependent on well developed mesic meadows; negatively growth (i.e., wet meadows, marshes); habitat subject to negative impacts; high forest impacted by grazing. zone subspecies subject to habitat loss due to climate change and other human mediated causes; potential for competitive replacement by other vole species. Considered vulnerable globally and within AZ. 113 NAVAJO MOGOLLON VOLE Microtus mogollonensis navaho G5T2QN2 S1/S3 AZ/NM A-S, COC, KAI Relict distribution pattern; declines in abundance and Relict distribution pattern; declines in abundance and distribution due to loss of distribution due to loss of ground cover. grassland habitats; requires relatively well-developed grassland/meadow habitat; dewatering of springs has negatively impacted species. Considered critically 114 imperiled in NM. ARIZONA MONTANE VOLE Microtus montanus arizonensis G5T4 S4/S1 AZ/NM A-S, GIL Associated with dense tall, mesic grass. The species has Endemic subspecies with highly restricted distribution; requires wet herbaceous a very restricted distribution in NM, therefore it is growth (i.e., wet meadows, marshes); habitat subject to negative impacts; high forest vulnerable to habitat alteration such as improper livestock zone subspecies subject to habitat loss due to climate change and other human grazing. mediated causes; potential for competitive replacement by other vole species. Considered critically imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF endangered species. 115 WHITE MOUNTAINS Neotamias minimus arizonensis G5T2 SNR NM A-S Highly restricted distribution; (Sullivan & Peterson (1988) Highly restricted distribution, high forest zone species subject to habitat loss due to CHIPMUNK revised sub-specific taxonomy. climate change; potential for habitat changes that promote competitive replacement by other lower elevation chipmunks. Supported for inclusion by professors at both 116 NMSU and the University of AZ. PEÑASCO LEAST CHIPMUNK Neotamias minimus atristriatus C G5T1 S1 NM LIN Endemic to NM; extremely limited distributed, restricted NMDGF listed species and considered critically imperiled in NM. Highly restricted range; habitat loss/degraded or fragmented. distribution; high forest zone species subject to habitat loss due to climate change; potential for habitat changes that promote competitive replacement by other lower elevation chipmunks; Populations declined markedly. 117 GOAT PEAK PIKA Ochotona princeps nigrescens SOC G5T1 S1 NM SFE Narrowly restricted habitat, disjunct populations, confined Endemic subspecies to NM; restricted, relict distribution, high forest zone species to talus slopes and boulder fields in alpine and sub-alpine subject to habitat loss due to climate change. Considered critically imperiled in NM. 118 habitats. AMERICAN PIKA Ochotona princeps saxatilis G5 S2 NM CAR, SFE Narrowly restricted habitat, confined to talus slopes and Restricted, relict distribution with NM population disjunct from northern population. It boulder fields in alpine and sub-alpine habitats. is a high forest zone indicator species subject to habitat loss due to climate change. Forest activities such as grazing and recreation are occurring in species habitat. Considered imperiled in NM (S2) indicating factors of declining abundance and distribution. In addition, this species was recommended for inclusion by the panel of mammalian experts consulted. 119 SPRINGERVILLE SILKY Perognathus flavus goodpasteri G5T3 S2 AZ A-S Extremely rare; restricted distribution. Restricted distribution, loss of habitat, sensitive to improper livestock grazing. 120 POCKET MOUSE Considered vulnerable in AZ. MESQUITE (Merriam's) Peromyscus merriami G5N2 S2 AZ COR Requires heavy mesquite bosque thickets with dense Habitat limited and subjected to degradation, especially fuel cutting, improper MOUSE herbaceous growth. livestock grazing, and recreation. Restricted distribution. Considered imperiled in 121 AZ. ARIZONA GRAY SQUIRREL Sciurus arizonensis arizonensis G4 S4/S2 AZ/NM GIL Restricted distribution, riparian habitat loss/degradation. Endemic to Southwest, recognized and charismatic, data deficient. Threatened in 122 Mexico and considered imperiled in NM. CHIRICAHUA SQUIRREL Sciurus nayaritensis chiricahuae G5T2 S2 AZ COR Subject to unlimited pest control, improper livestock Uncommon with restricted distribution; high forest zone species subject to habitat grazing. loss due to climate change. Considered vulnerable globally and imperiled in the state 123 of AZ. ARIZONA SHREW Sorex arizonae SOC G3 S2/S1 AZ/NM COR Requires considerable log & dense vegetation cover; NMDGF listed species. AZGFD Wildlife of Special Concern. Population acutely generally found near springs/water sources. restricted and declining; experiencing riparian habitat degradation; grazing and 124 recreation altering necessary dense cover. CINEREUS (MASKED) Sorex cinereus G5 S2 NM CAR, SFE Highly restricted distribution in Southwest. Highly associated with wet meadow/marsh habitats experiencing negative impacts; SHREW high forest zone species subject to habitat loss via climate change & other human- mediated causes; potential for competitive replacement by other shrew species, data deficient. Considered imperiled in NM. 125 NEW MEXICO SHREW Sorex neomexicanus G3Q S2 NM LIN Endemic, highly restricted, relict distribution. Endemic with small range in the Capitan and Sacramento mountains, NM. Considered imperiled in NM. Associated with mesic forest & meadow habitats; high forest zone species subject to habitat loss via climate change. 126 AMERICAN WATER SHREW Sorex palustris G5 S1/S3(B-M) AZ/NM A-S, CAR, SFE Southwest populations isolated on sky islands; limited to AZGFD Wildlife of Special Concern; extremely restricted, relict distribution; riparian S2(NS) riparian/marshy areas. habitats degraded; high forest zone species subject to habitat loss via climate change and other human mediated causes; mesic forest and meadow habitats. 127 PREBLE'S SHREW Sorex preblei G4 S1 NM SFE Extremely restricted distribution. Found more often in dry Restricted distribution; found in dry shrub-grasslands, sagebrush steppe, and also habitats than other shrews. mesic sites. Presence of Gambel oak thought to be important. Need more pitfall trapping across west to determine status and range. Since habitat needs are poorly known, this is critical to protecting the species. Although globally secure, the species is considered critically imperiled in NM. 128 GUADALUPE POCKET Thomomys bottae guadalupensis G5T2 S1 NM LIN Limited distribution, restricted range. Restricted to montane forests, subject to habitat loss due to drought and climate 129 GOPHER change. Considered critically imperiled in NM. A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 CEBOLLETA SOUTHERN Thomomys bottae paguatae SOC G5T2 S2 NM CIB Extremely limited range; embedded within range of Endemic, extremely restricted distribution, only found in one small area of Cibola Co. POCKET GOPHER another Thomomys spp., little habitable soil within range. Considered to be imperiled in the state of NM. 130 SWIFT FOX Vulpes velox G3/N3 S2 (NS) S3 (B- NM, OK, CIB NGs "Factors implicated in the decline of this fox have been M)/S1/S3? TX intense trapping pressure, destruction of prairie habitat, rodent control programs, indiscriminant hunting, and 131 capture by dogs." NEW MEXICO MEADOW Zapus hudsonius luteus P* G5T2N2 S1/S1 AZ/NM A-S, CAR, LIN, Highly restricted distribution, restricted range, loss of Decreasing numbers and riparian habitat, populations impacted by destruction of See proposed rules (2013). JUMPING MOUSE SFE riparian habitat. wetlands. Considered imperiled in NM and a NMDGF threatened species. 132 133 REPTILES (19) GIANT SPOTTED WHIPTAIL Aspidoscelis stictogramma G4T4N3 S3/S2 AZ/NM COR Habitat loss and fragmentation. AZ and NM - Limited Low population numbers. AZGFD report demonstrates it is a Madrean/Apachean distribution. endemic and occurs in disjunct populations within its limited range. NMDGF 134 threatened species. 135 RED-BACKED WHIPTAIL Aspidoscelis xanthonota G4T2N2 T2 AZ COR MOTTLED ROCK Crotalus lepidus lepidus G5T4T5 S2 NM LIN Low numbers, limited distribution and data, habitat loss The mottled subspecies of the rock rattlesnake is probably secure and common in its RATTLESNAKE and fragmentation, road kill and overcollecting. rather large Mexican range; however, in NM the subspecies is peripheral and of unknown but probably low population density. This species is very rare and/or very limited in distribution in NM. Population trends are unknown for AZ. NMDGF 136 threatened species. TWIN-SPOTTED Crotalus pricei G5N3 S2 AZ COR Limited distribution, highly sought after for the black Found only at high elevations within coniferous forests of the "Sky Islands". 137 RATTLESNAKE market pet trade. Uncommonly encountered, but subject to overcollecting. ARIZONA RIDGENOSE Crotalus willardi willardi G5T4N3 S1S2 AZ COR Threatened by illegal collecting, mining, recreational Population trends are unknown. A “general feeling” exists that it may be less RATTLESNAKE development, and woodcutting (Lowe et al. 1986). common locally in the Huachuca Mountains than 25 years ago. Studied populations 138 appear to be decreasing in AZ. SONORAN DESERT Gopherus morafkai C G4NRR S4 AZ COR, PRE, TON AZGFD effort to underway to produce a conservation agreement since populations 139 TORTOISE appear to be declining. THORNSCRUB HOOK- Gyalopion quadrangulare G4N1N2 S1 AZ COR Limited distribution in AZ. Rarely seen, not abundant in AZ. Distribution in U.S. is limited to an extremely small NOSED SNAKE part of AZ, in and adjacent to the Tumacacori EMA. Within this very small area it is 140 infrequently encountered. BROWN VINESNAKE Oxybelis aeneus G5N2 S1 AZ COR Limited distribution in AZ, brush clearing and wood Population trends unknown in AZ. Rarely seen, occurs in south central AZ only. cutting, over collecting. (Tumacacori and Huachuca EMA). Highly sought after by collectors. 141 MOUNTAIN SKINK Plestiodon callicephalus G4G5N2N3 S2/S1 AZ/NM COR Habitat destruction by wildfire, habitat loss, cattleguards, Limited/decreasing distribution, population trends not available for AZ and NM. The trenches. species is considered imperiled in AZ and critically imperiled in NM where it is a 142 NMDGF threatened species. SLEVIN'S BUNCHGRASS Sceloporus slevini G4N2N3 S2/S1 AZ/NM COR Improper livestock grazing in AZ and NM has degraded Declines have been noted in the northern portion of the range, limited distribution. LIZARD habitat and has caused large population declines. Thriving at many localities within AZ (although a limited) range. Species is considered critically imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF threatened species. 143 GREEN RATSNAKE Senticolis triaspis G5N3 S3/S1 AZ/NM COR Catastrophic wildfire, habitat destruction, active interest Limited range, population trends are unknown for this species. Considered vulnerable by collectors. in AZ and critically imperiled in NM where it is a NMDGF threatened species. 144 CHIHUAHAUN BLACK- Tantilla wilcoxi G4N1N2 S1 AZ COR This snake is known from the Santa Rita, Patagonia, and Huachuca mountains of HEADED SNAKE southeastern Arizona. It is found at elevations ranging from about 3,000' to 8,000'. It inhabits Madrean Evergreen Woodland and Petran Montane Conifer Forest communities. Most specimens are found in heavily wooded canyons with abundant 145 leaf litter and canopy cover. YAQUI BLACK-HEADED Tantilla yaquia G4N2 S2/S1 AZ/NM COR Habitat loss/fragmentation, catastrophic wildfire. Low population numbers, limited distribution. The species is easily disturbed, SNAKE impacted, and vandalized. Furthermore, it suffers from habitat loss, fragmentation, and degradation. Considered critically imperiled in NM and imperiled in AZ. 146 NORTHERN MEXICAN Thamnophis eques megalops P* G4T3N1 S1/SNR AZ/NM A-S, COC, Overcollecting, improper livestock grazing, habitat Moderate, spotty range in AZ, NM, and Mexico; documented declines in the number See proposed rules (2013). GARTERSNAKE COR,TON, PRE, alteration (dewatering, siltation, modification of stream of U.S. populations and abundance, with substantial range contractions in AZ, New GIL morphology, and arroyo cutting), and the introduction of Mexico and probable reductions in Mexico; threats are high and ongoing in the U.S. predaceous, non-native species, particularly bullfrogs and and the same threats probably exist in Mexico. NMDGF endangered species. domestic geese which compete with the snakes for food. 147 ARID LAND RIBBONSNAKE Thamnophis proximus diabolicus G5T4N3N4 UNK (NR) S2 NM/TX CIB (KRB), LIN Habitat loss, easily disturbed, exotic predators. Low population numbers, limited distribution and restricted range. The species is (aka Western ribbonsnake) (B-M) easily impacted and disturbed and is subject to vandalism, commercial exploitation (Threatened in and overcollection. The species also suffers from habitat loss, fragmentation, and NM) degradation. The species is considered to be imperiled in NM and is a NMDGF 148 threatened species. NARROW-HEADED Thamnophis rufipunctatus P* G3G4N3 S1/S2 AZ/NM A-S, COC, GIL, Lowered water table; habitat modification; improper The species does not appear to be abundant in the U.S., and quite likely it has See proposed rules (2013). GARTERSNAKE PRE, TON livestock grazing along streambeds and increased declined as habitat has been lost or altered. In NM, it is peripheral and of uncertain recreational use in riparian areas. Also introduction of but probably low population density. The species population trend is unknown in AZ predators such as bullfrogs and some fishes, and habitat and NM. Believed to be extirpated from Flagstaff and Wall Lake, AZ areas where it fragmentation. was formerly abundant. It is also becoming more difficult to find in historical strongholds like Oak Creek AZ. NMDGF threatened species. 149 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 BEZY'S NIGHT LIZARD Xantusia bezyi G2N2 S2 AZ COR, TON This Arizona endemic is found in a small chain of mountain ranges in central Arizona at elevations ranging from 730 m (2,400') to about 1,770 m (5,800'). Rugged, rocky slopes and boulder fields within the Arizona Upland Sonoran Desertscrub and Interior Chaparral communities are home to this lizard. Patches of Great Basin Conifer Woodland also occur within its range. This crevice-dweller frequents large outcroppings and large boulder clusters and is occasionally encountered in and under plant debris such as dead Dasylirion. 150 151 SNAILS (37) SILVER CREEK Ashmunella binneyi G1 S1 NM GIL Fire, climate change, deforestation. Type locality merits Limited distribution, local endemic. Considered critically imperiled globally and in NM. Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. WOODLANDSNAIL verification. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 152 near occupied habitat. NO COMMON NAME Ashmunella cockerelli argenticola G1T1 S1 NM GIL Fire, climate change, deforestation. Type locality merits Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. verification. NM. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 153 near occupied habitat. BLACK RANGE Ashmunella cockerelli cockerelli G1T1 S1 NM GIL Fire, climate change, deforestation. Type locality merits Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. WOODLANDSNAIL verification. NM. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 154 near occupied habitat. NO COMMON NAME Ashmunella cockerelli perobtusa G1T1 S1 NM GIL Fire, climate change, deforestation. Type locality merits Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational traisl, roads away from talus slopes. verification. NM. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 155 near occupied habitat. WHITEWATER CREEK Ashmunella danielsi G1 S1 NM GIL Fire, climate change, disturbance to talus, deforestation. Limited distribution. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. WOODLANDSNAIL Current literature recognizes 2 ssp. The entire complex of NM. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or smaller-shelled Ashmunellae of the tetradon-danielsi near occupied habitat. groups merit taxonomic study. 156 IRON CREEK Ashmunella mendax G1 S1 NM GIL Fire, climate change, disturbance to talus, deforestation, Limited distribution. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. WOODLANDSNAIL mining. NM. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 157 near occupied habitat. CAPITAN WOODLANDSNAIL Ashmunella pseudodonta G1 SNR NM LIN Fire, mining, climate warming, disturbance to talus. Limited distribution. Considered critically imperiled globally. Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 158 near occupied habitat. NO COMMON NAME Ashmunella tetrodon animorum G3T3 S3 NM GIL Fire, deforestation, disturbance to talus. Narrow endemic. Considered imperiled globally and vulnerable within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. NM. Conduct surveys if mining, timber harvest or prescribed burns are proposed in or 159 near occupied habitat. NO COMMON NAME Ashmunella tetrodon inermis G3T2 SNR NM GIL Deforestation, fire. A. t. tetrodon complex of SW Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled globally. Protect riparian areas within canyons. Route recreational trails, road away from Mogollon Mtns. Merits taxonomic study. canyon bottoms. Conduct surveys if timber harvest or prescribed burns are 160 proposed in or near occupied habitat. NO COMMON NAME Ashmunella tetrodon mutator G3T2 SNR NM GIL Deforestation, fire. A. t. tetrodon complex of SW Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled globally. Protect riparian areas within canyons. Route recreational trails, road away from Mogollon Mtns. Merits taxonomic study. canyon bottoms. Conduct surveys if timber harvest or prescribed burns are 161 proposed in or near occupied habitat. DRY CREEK Ashmunella tetrodon tetrodon G3T3 SNR NM GIL Deforestation, fire. A. t. tetrodon complex of SW Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled globally. Protect riparian areas within canyons. Route recreational trails, road away from WOODLANDSNAIL Mogollon Mtns. Merits taxonomic study. canyon bottoms. Conduct surveys if timber harvest or prescribed burns are 162 proposed in or near occupied habitat. RIO GRANDE Gastrocopta riograndensis G3/N1 SNR/SH NM, TX LIN The greatest threat to this species is current fire This species is found in several states in northern Mexico and just barely extends into SNAGGLETOOTH management practices. the United States in southern and southwestern Texas and New Mexico. Nekola (2009) cites recent material from Sacramento Canyon Falls, Otero Co., New Mexico. It has been found in thin soil accumulations on small ledges of xeric south-facing limestone cliffs in the Sacramento Mountains, where organic litter is generated from grasses and shrubs. 163 RUIDOSO SNAGGLETOOTH Gastrocopta ruidosensis G1/N1 SNR NM LIN, SNF The greatest threat to this species is current fire Found on bare soil, under stones, and in thin accumulations of grass thatch management practices. It could take decades for soil and juniper litter on mid-elevation carbonate cliffs and xeric conditions to recover following a fire to a place where this limestone grasslands along the eastern slopes of the Sangre de and other land snail species can colonize. (Nekola pers. Cristo and Sacramento mountains in eastern New Mexico, where the only extant comm. 2013) occurrences are believed to be. (Nekola and Coles, 2010). 164 VAGABOND HOLOSPIRA Holospira montivaga G2 SNR/S2 AZ/NM LIN Fire, climate change, mining. Narrow endemic, species is restricted to the Guadalupe Mountains of TX and NM. Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. Considered imperiled both globally and within the state of NM. Conduct surveys if mining or prescribed burns are proposed in or near occupied 165 habitat. NORTHERN THREEBAND Humboldtiana ultima G2 S2/S2 NM/TX LIN Fire, climate change, destabilization of talus sprawls. Narrow endemic limited to mesic sites in the Guadalupe mountains. Imperiled globally Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. 166 (Snail) and within the states of NM and TX. BEARDED MOUNTAINSNAIL Oreohelix barbata G1 SNR/S1 AZ/NM GIL, COR Riparian disturbance, improper cattle grazing, road Narrow endemic which is considered critically imperiled globally and in NM. The Protect riparian habitats along creeks. Prevent overgrazing, route trails and roads 167 building. species has not yet been ranked in AZ. away from canyon bottoms. PINALENO MOUNTAINSNAIL Oreohelix grahamensis G2 S2/SNR AZ/NM COR Chance events, intense fire. Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. localized populations. Considered imperiled both globally and within AZ. 168 MAGDALENA Oreohelix magdalenae G1 SNR NM CIB Climate change, deforestation, fire. Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small Conduct surveys if project is proposed in occupied habitat. Avoid or minimize impact 169 MOUNTAINSNAIL localized populations. Considered imperiled globally. to populations. NO COMMON NAME Oreohelix metcalfei acutidiscus G2T1 SNR(NS) S1(B- NM GIL Fire, climate change, mining, destabilization of talus Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. Conduct M) sprawls. localized populations. The species is considered critically imperiled (rounded status surveys if mining is proposed in or near occupied habitat. 170 T1). NO COMMON NAME (Black Oreohelix metcalfei concentrica G2 SNR(NS) S1(B- NM GIL Fire, climate change, mining, destabilization of talus Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, roads away from talus slopes. Range mountainsnail) M) sprawls, deforestation. localized populations. Species is considered imperiled globally. Conduct surveys if mining is proposed in or near occupied habitat. Leave forested buffer around occupied habitat if timber harvest is planned. 171 A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 3 NO COMMON NAME Oreohelix metcalfei metcalfei G2T1 SNR NM GIL Climate change, mining, destabilization of talus sprawls. Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, road away from talus slopes. Conduct localized populations. Species is considered critically imperiled globally. surveys if mining is proposed in or near occupied habitat. 172 NO COMMON NAME Oreohelix metcalfei radiata G2T2 SNR NM GIL Fire, climate change, mining, destabilization of talus Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails, road away from talus slopes. Conduct sprawls. localized populations. Species is considered critically imperiled globally. surveys if mining is proposed in or near occupied habitat. 173 NO COMMON NAME Oreohelix nogalensis (aka O. strigosa G5T2 S1 NM LIN Fire, climate change, deforestation. Type locality merits Narrow endemic with potential for extinction due to chance events acting on small If possible, protect occupied canyons from catastrophic fire. nogalensis) verification. localized populations. Species is considered critically imperiled both globally and in 174 NM. MINERAL CREEK Oreohelix pilsbryi G1 S1 NM GIL Mining, climate change. Narrow endemic. NMDGF threatened species. Considered critically imperiled both Conduct surveys if mining is proposed in occupied habitat. Avoid or minimize 175 MOUNTAINSNAIL globally and within the state of NM. impacts to populations. MORGAN CREEK Oreohelix swopei G1 S1 NM GIL Climate change, deforestation, fire. Species requires Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Conduct surveys if timber harvest of prescribed burns are proposed in occupied MOUNTAINSNAIL further study & evaluation regarding taxonomy & NM. habitat. Avoid or minimize impacts to populations. distribution as it relates to the O. strigosa depressa & O. 176 subrudis groups. GILA SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis gilae G2 S2 (Threatened NM GIL The natural or human-induced destruction, modification, Limited distribution. NMDGF listed species. Considered imperiled both globally and Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife in NM) or curtailment of Gila springsnail habitat represents the within the state of NM. improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, primary threat to the species. degradation, exotic species. 177 VERDE RIM SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis glandulosa G1 S1 AZ PRE Spring development, improper cattle grazing, lowered Limited distribution. AZ Species of Special Concern. Considered critically imperiled Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife groundwater table, spring diversion, water contamination. globally as well as in the state of AZ. improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, 178 degradation, exotic species. PAGE SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis morrisoni C G1 S1S2 AZ COC Spring development, improper cattle grazing, lowered Narrow endemic. AZ Species of Special Concern. FWS candidate species for Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife groundwater table, spring diversion, water contamination, federal listing. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of AZ. improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, 179 non-native species. degradation, exotic species. FOSSIL SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis simplex G1G2 S1 AZ COC, TON Spring development, improper cattle grazing, lowered Limited distribution. AZ Species of Special Concern. Considered critically imperiled Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife groundwater table, spring diversion, water contamination, globally as well as in the state of AZ. improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, 180 non-native species. degradation, exotic species. BROWN SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis sola G1 S1 AZ PRE Poor watershed management practices, contamination, Narrow endemic found on FS lands. Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife and wetland habitat degradation. Recreational use and improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, improper livestock grazing are also threats to this degradation, exotic species. 181 species. NEW MEXICO SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis thermalis G1 S1 NM GIL Poor watershed management practices, contamination, Limited distribution. NMDGF listed species. Considered imperiled both globally and Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife and wetland habitat degradation. Recreational use and within the state of NM. improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, improper livestock grazing are also threats to this degradation, exotic species. 182 species. HUACHUCA SPRINGSNAIL Pyrgulopsis thompsoni C G2 S2 AZ COR Spring development, improper cattle grazing, lowered Limited distribution. FWS candidate for federal listing. Considered imperiled globally Protect habitat from anthropogenic disturbances: dewatering, diversion, wildlife groundwater table, spring diversion, water contamination, and within the state of AZ. improvement projects, inundation, trampling, contamination, water quality, 183 non-native species. degradation, exotic species. CLARK PEAK TALUSSNAIL Sonorella christenseni G1 S1/SNR(NS) AZ COR Fire, drought, climate change. Events that affect humidity Narrow endemic. Considered critically imperiled both globally and within the state of Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. 184 levels. AZ. PINALENO TALUSSNAIL Sonorella grahamensis G1 S1 AZ COR Potentially intense fire, climate change. Narrow endemic. AZ Species of Special Concern. Restricted and declining Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. distribution with possible extinction due to chance events. Considered critically 185 imperiled both globally and within the state of AZ. NO COMMON NAME GIVEN; Sonorella hachitana peloncillensis G2T1 S1 NM COR Fire, climate change, destabilization of talus sprawls. Narrow endemic which is considered critically imperiled globally as well as in the state Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. see Metcalf and Smartt (1997) of NM. 186 MIMIC TALUSSNAIL Sonorella imitator G2 S2/SNR AZ/NM COR Perhaps fire. Narrow endemic. Restricted and declining distribution with associated chance Protect talus slopes. Route recreational trails away from talus slopes. extinction due to chance events. Considered imperiled both globally and within the 187 state of AZ. WET CANYON TALUSSNAIL Sonorella macrophallus G1 S1/SNR AZ/NM COR Any disturbance that alters or removes talus, increased Narrow endemic, found only in Wet Canyon in Pinaleno Mountains. Considered Protect riparian area and water flow. sedimentation, or depletion of streamflow. critically imperiled both globally and in the state of AZ. 188 SONORAN TALLUSNAIL Sonorella magdalenensis Positive 90- G2G3 S2 AZ COR It is dependent on moist conditions in an otherwise dry environment and is threatened In Arizona, a portion of its range is threatened by a large scale proposed openpit d by drought and climate change and talus snails generally only surface following copper mine development project and the remainder is less threatened by habitat 189 monsoon rains. degradation and recreational activities. 190 191 192 DEFINITIONS A-S Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests 193 194 AZ Arizona AZGFD Arizona Game and Fish Department 195 B Status rank is for breeding population. 196 197 BBS Breeding Bird Survey 198 BK Black Kettle National Grassland 199 B-M Bison-M C Candidate species for federal listing 200 201 CAR Carson National Forest 202 CIB Cibola National Forest 203 CO Colorado A B C D E F G H I J 1 USFS R3 REGIONAL FORESTER'S SENSITIVE SPECIES: ANIMALS - 2013
FWS Fed Status Heritage Heritage (SOC Global State Rank 2 Common Name Scientific Name NM only) Rank AZ/NM State Forest(s) Limiting Factors/Threats Justification Management Recommendations 2043 COC Coconino National Forest 205 G Heritage Global Ranking 206 G1 Globally critically imperiled 207 G2 Globally imperiled G3 Globally vulnerable to extirpation or 208 extinction 209 G4 Globally apparently secure G5 Globally demonstrably widespread, 210 abundant, secure 211 EMA Ecosystem Management Area 212 FWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 213 GIL Gila National Forest 214 KAI Kaibab National Forest KRB Kiowa/Rita Blanca National 215 Grasslands 216 LIN Lincoln National Forest 217 N # Heritage National Ranking 218 N Nonbreeding qualifier e.g. S4N 219 NM New Mexico NMDGF New Mexico Department of Game and 220 Fish 221 NMSU New Mexico State University 222 NR Not ranked 223 NS NatureServe 224 OK Oklahoma P* Species is proposed for federal listing, and will be removed from the RFSS list if/once the final rule is published implementing the Federal protections provided by the ESA. 225 226 PRE Prescott National Forest Q Questionable taxonomy that may 227 reduce conservation priority 228 S Heritage subnational ranking 229 S1 subnationally critically imperiled 230 S2 sensationally imperiled S3 subnationally vulnerable to extirpation 231 or extinction S4 subnationally demonstrably widespread, abundant, and secure 232 233 SFE Santa Fe National Forest 234 SH possibly extirpated SOC U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Species 235 of Concern 236 S? Status unknown T infraspecific taxon (trinomial) 237 subspecies 238 TON Tonto National Forest 239 TX Texas 240 U Currently unrankable 241 U.S. United States WSC Wildlife of Special Concern in Arizona. Species whose occurrence in Arizona is or may be in jeopardy, or with known or perceived threats or population declines, as described by the Arizona Game and Fish Department's listing of Wildlife of Special Concern in Arizona (WSCA, in prep). Species indicated on printouts as WSC are currently the same as those in Threatened Native Wildlife in Arizona (1988).
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank Plants Sand
Abronia verbena, Species of BLM Potential bigelovii Galisteo Verified G3 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
Lichen, Petitioned/ Acarospora acarospora negative 90 day BLM clauzadeana clauzadeana Verified G1G2 S1 finding None SENSITIVE
Agastache Giant hyssop, BLM pringlei var. Organ Species of SENSITIVE verticillata Mountains Verified G3G4T2 S2 None Concern *New*
Petitioned/
Aliciella negative 90 day BLM formosa Gilia, Aztec Verified G2 S2 finding Endangered SENSITIVE Amsonia Amsonia, BLM Species of fugatei Fugate's Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
Petitioned/
Amsonia Bluestar, positive 90 day BLM tharpii Tharp's Verified G1 S1 finding Endangered SENSITIVE
Anulocaulis Ringstem, leiosolenus var. Howard's Species of BLM howardii gyp Verified G2T1 S1 None Concern SENSITIVE
Aquilegia chrysantha Columbine, Species of BLM var.chaplinei Chapline's Verified Verified G4T2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Asclepias Milkweed, San Species of BLM sanjuanensis Juan Verified G2G3 S2S3 None Concern SENSITIVE
Astragalus cobrensis var. Milkvetch, Species of BLM maguirei coppermine Verified G4T1 S1 None Concern SENSITIVE Astragalus Milkvetch, BLM Species of Gypsodes Gypsum Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE Astragalus Milkvetch, BLM Species of Knightii Knight's Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of BLM Potential Ripleyi Ripley Verified G3 S3? None Concern SENSITIVE Wind BLM
Boechera Mountain SENSITIVE Potential zephyra Rockcress Verified G1 S1 None None *New* Paintbrush, BLM Castilleja Organ Species of SENSITIVE organorum Mountains Verified G2 S2 None Concern *New*
Thistle, wright's BLM Potential Potential Potential Potential Cirsium wrightii Marsh G2 S2 Candidate Endangered SENSITIVE
Coryphantha Cactus, BLM robustispina scheer's SENSITIVE ssp.scheeri beehive Verified Verified G4T3 S2 None Endangered *New*
Cymopterus Taos Species of BLM spellenbergii springparsley Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
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Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Petitioned/
Dermatophyllum Mescalbean, negative 90 day Species of BLM guadalupense Guadalupe Verified Verified G1T1 S1 finding Concern SENSITIVE Erigeron Fleabane, Species of BLM Potential acomanus Acoma Verified G1G2 S1S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
Eriogonum lachnogynum Wildbuckwheat, Species of BLM Potential Potential var.colobum clipped Verified G4?T2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE Cactus, Escobaria Duncan's BLM duncanii Pincushion Verified G3T1T2 S1 None Endangered SENSITIVE
Escobaria Cactus, Villard's BLM villardii Pincushion Verified G2Q S2 None Endangered SENSITIVE
Hymenoxys BLM ambigens var. Bitterweed, Species of SENSITIVE Neomexicana New Mexico Verified G3?T2 S2 None Concern *New* BLM Water- Willow, Species of SENSITIVE Justicia wrightii Wright's Verified G2 S1 None Concern *New*
Lepidospartum Scalebroom, BLM burgessii gypsum Verified G2 S1 None Endangered SENSITIVE Linum Flax, BLM Species of allredii Allred's Verified G1G2 S1S2 None Concern SENSITIVE BLM Mentzelia Blazingstar, Rio Species of SENSITIVE conspicua Chama Verified G2 S2 None Concern *New*
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Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Mentzelia humilus var. Stickleaf, Species of BLM Guadalupensis Guadalupe Verified G4T1T2 S1S2 None Concern SENSITIVE BLM Mentzelia Sivinski's Species of SENSITIVE sivinskii BlazingstaR Verified G3 S3 None Concern *New* BLM
Mentzelia Species of SENSITIVE Potential Potential todiltoensis Stickleaf,Todilito Verified G1?Q S3 None Concern *New*
Nerisyrenia Greggia, Crow Species of BLM hypercorax Flat Verified G1G2 S1S2 None Concern SENSITIVE Opuntia BLM
Arenaria Pricklypear, Sand Verified G2 S2 None Endangered SENSITIVE Opuntia x Cholla, BLM viridiflora Santa Fe Verified G1Q S1 None Endangered SENSITIVE BLM Paronychia Nailwort, Species of SENSITIVE wilkinsonii Wilkinson's Verified G2 S1 None Concern *New*
Petitioned/
Pediomelum Scurfpea, positive 90 day BLM pentaphyllum Chihuahua Verified G1G2 S1 finding Endangered SENSITIVE Peniocereus Cereus, greggii Night- BLM var greggii Blooming Verified G3G4T2 S3 None Endangered SENSITIVE
Penstemon Beardtongue, Species of BLM alamosensis Alamo Verified G3 S3 None Concern SENSITIVE
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Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank Penstemon cardinalis Penstemon, Species of BLM ssp. regalis Guadalupe Verified G3T2T3 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE Perityle Cliff Daisy, BLM Species of Cernua Nodding Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
Physaria BLM newberryi var. Twinpod, Species of SENSITIVE Potential yesicola Yeso Verified G3G4T2 S2 None Concern *New*
Proatriple x Saltbush, Species of BLM pleiantha Mancos Verified G3 S3? None Concern SENSITIVE Puccinellia Alkaligrass, BLM Potential Potential Parishii Parish's Verified Verified G2G3 S1 None Endangered SENSITIVE BLM
Sclerocactus SENSITIVE Potential cloverae Cactus, Clover's Verified G3T3 S3 None None *New*
Sclerocactus Cactus, cloverae Brack's BLM Potential ssp. brackii Hardwall Verified G3T1 S2 None Endangered SENSITIVE BLM Scrophularia Figwort, Organ Species of SENSITIVE laevis Mountain Verified G2 S2 None Concern *New*
Scrophularia Figwort, Species of BLM macrantha Mimbres Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
Sibara, Gray;
Sibara Thelypody, Species of BLM grisea Texas Verified G3 S3? None Concern SENSITIVE
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank Scaleseed, BLM Spermolepis Organ Species of SENSITIVE organensis Mountains Verified G1 S1 None Concern *New*
Petitioned/
Streptanthus Jewelflower, negative 90 day Species of BLM sparsiflorus Sparseflower Verified G2Q S2 finding Concern SENSITIVE Townsend Townsendia Daisy, Species of BLM gypsophila Gypsum Verified G2 S2 None Concern SENSITIVE
Plants - Watch
Adenophyllum Petitioned/ wrightii var. Dogweed, negative 90 day Wrightii Wright's Verified G1? SNR,S1 finding None WATCH False Petitioned/ Agalinis Foxglove, Potential Potential negative 90 day calycina Leoncita G1 S1 finding None WATCH Giant Hyssop,
Agastache Grayish- Species of cana White Verified G4 S3 None Concern WATCH
Anulocaulis leiosolenus var. Ringstem, Species of gypsogenus Pecos Gyp Verified Verified G4 S4 None Concern WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Aster, Petitioned/
Arida Gypsum negative 90 day Species of Potential blepharophylla Hotspring G1 SH finding Concern WATCH
Asclepias uncialis ssp. Milkweed, Potential ruthiae Ruth's GNR S1 None None WATCH
Astragalus Species of accumbens Milkvetch, Zuni Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of castetteri Castetter's Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential cliffordii Clifford's GNR S1 None Concern WATCH Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential cyaneus Cyanic Verified G4 S4 None Concern WATCH Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of feensis Santa Fe Verified Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential heilii Heil's G1? S1 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, humistratus var. Villous Potential crispulus Groundcover G4G5T3? S2 None None WATCH Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential kerrii Kerr's G2 S2 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential Potential micromerius Chaco G3 S2S3 None Concern WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Astragalus missouriensis Milkvetch, Potential Potential var. humistratus Pagosa G5T1 S1 None None WATCH
Astragalus monumentalis Milkvetch, Species of var. cottamii Cottam's Verified G4T4 S3 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential naturitensis Naturita G2G3 S2 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, New Species of Potential neomexicanus Mexico G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, WATCH nutriosensis Apache Verified G3? SNR None None *New*
Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of oocalycis Arboles Verified G4 S3 None Concern WATCH
Astragalus puniceus var. Species of Potential gertrudis Milkvetch, Taos Verified G4T3?Q S3? None Concern WATCH
Astragalus Milkvetch, Flint Species of siliceus Mountains Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Astragalus Milkvetch, WATCH waterfallii Waterfall's Verified Verified G3? S2 None None *New*
Astragalus Milkvetch, Species of Potential wittmannii One-Flowered G3 S3 None Concern WATCH Atriplex Saltbush, Species of griffithsii Griffith's Verified G2G3 S2 None Concern WATCH
Petitioned/
Castilleja Paintbrush, positive 90 day Species of Potential ornata Swale G1 S1 finding Concern WATCH
Castilleja Hairy Indian WATCH Potential tomentosa Paintbrush G1Q S1 None None *New*
Chaetopappa Leastdaisy, Species of hersheyi Guadalupe Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
Cleome Spiderflower, Potential Potential multicaulis Slender G2G3 SH None Endangered WATCH Cuscuta Dodder, Potential Potential Species of warneri Warner's GH S1 None Concern WATCH
Dalea Prairie Clover, Species of Potential Potential scariosa La Jolla G4 S3 None Concern WATCH Delphinium Larkspur, Potential Species of robustum Robust G2G3 S2 None Concern WATCH Draba Whitlowgrass, Potential Species of smithii Smith's G2 S1 None Concern WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Ericameria nauseosa ssp. nauseosa var. Rabbitbrush, Potential Species of texensis Guadalupe Verified G5T2 S2 None Concern WATCH
Petitioned/ Erigeron negative 90 day bistiensis Fleabane, Bisti Verified G1 S1 finding None WATCH Wild Eriogonum Buckwheat, Potential Species of aliquantum Cimarron G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
Eriogonum lachnogynum Buckwheat, Potential Species of var.sarhiae Sarah's G4?T1 S1 None Concern WATCH
Cactus, Petitioned/ Escobaria Guadalupe Potential negative 90 day Species of guadalupensis Pincushion G1 S1 finding Concern WATCH
Cactus, Organ Escobaria Mountains organensis Pincushion Verified G2 S2 None Endangered WATCH
Euphorbia Spurge, Ray rayturneri Turner's Verified G1 S1 None None WATCH
Petitioned/ Fissidens Moss, Potential negative 90 day Fissidens littlei Little's G1? S1 finding None WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Grindelia arizonica var. Gumweed, New Species of Potential neomexicana Mexico G4T3? SNR None Concern WATCH
Hedeoma Pennyroyal, Species of apiculata Mckittrick Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
Helianthus Sunflower, Species of Potential arizonensis Arizona G2G4 SNR None Concern WATCH Helianthus Sunflower, Potential neglectus Neglected G2Q SNR None None WATCH Coralroot, Hexalectris Potential Potential nitida Shining G3 S1 None Endangered WATCH
Petitioned/
Hexalectris Coralroot, positive 90 day Potential Potential revoluta Chisos Mtn G1 S1 finding None WATCH
Hexalectris spicata var. Coralroot, Potential Potential arizonica Arizona G5T2T4 S2 None Endangered WATCH Hymenoxys Bitterweed, Species of vaseyi Vasey's Verified G2 S2 None Concern WATCH Limosella Mudwort, Species of Potential pubiflora Chiricahua G1Q S1 None Concern WATCH
Mentzelia Threadleaf Species of WATCH Potential filifolia Blazingstar G3 S1? None Concern *New*
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Mentzelia Blazingstar, Species of Potential Potential springeri Springer's G3 S3 None Concern WATCH Nama Species of xylopodum Nama, Cliff Verified Verified G4? S4? None Concern WATCH Evening Primrose,
Oenothera Organ Species of organensis Mountains Verified G2 S2 None Concern WATCH
Packera Groundsel, Species of Potential spellenbergii Spellenberg's G2 S2 None Concern WATCH
Petitioned/
Panicum Panicum, negative 90 day Species of Potential Potential mohavense Mohave G1 S1 finding Concern WATCH
Perityle Rockdaisy, Species of Potential Potential quinqueflora Five-Flowered G4 S3 None Concern WATCH
Perityle staurophylla var. Rockdaisy, Species of staurophylla New Mexico Verified G4T3T4 S3 None Concern WATCH
Phacelia Cloudcroft Species of WATCH Potential cloudcroftensis Phacelia G1 S1 None Concern *New* Phacelia Phacelia, Species of Potential serrata Cinder G3 S2 None Concern WATCH
Phacelia Scorpionweed, Species of sivinskii Sivinski's Verified Verified Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank
Phemeranthus Flameflower, Species of Potential humilis Pinos Altos G2 S2 None Concern WATCH
Phlox Phlox, Species of Potential Potential caryophylla Pagosa G4 S2 None Concern WATCH
Petitioned/
Physaria Bladderpod, positive 90 day Species of Potential navajoensis Navajo G2 S1 finding Concern WATCH Bladderpod,
Physaria Pagosa Species of Potential Potential pruinosa Springs G2 S1 None Concern WATCH
Polygala rimulicola var. Milkwort, Species of Rimulicola Guadalupe Verified G3T3 S2 None Concern WATCH
Cactus,
Sclerocactus Grama WATCH papyracanthus Grass Potential Verified Verified Potential Verified Potential G4 S4 None None (downlisted) Senecio Groundsel, Species of Potential Cliffordii Clifford's GNR S2 None Concern WATCH Senecio Ragwort, Species of Species of WATCH
Warnockii Warnock's Verified Verified G3Q S2 Concern Concern *New*
Sicyos Cucumber, Species of WATCH glaber Smooth Bur Verified G3 S1S2 None Concern *New* Silene Catchfly, Species of Potential Plankii Plank's Verified G2 S2 None Concern WATCH Silene Campion, Species of Potential Thurberi Thurber's G4 S3? None Concern WATCH
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Plant Species Data
Species Common Farmington Taos Rio Puerco Socorro Las Cruces Roswell Carlsbad Naturese NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Name rve State Global rank rank Silene Catchfly, Species of Potential Wrightii Wright's Verified G3 S2 None Concern WATCH
Petitioned/
Stellaria Starwort, negative 90 day Potential Species of porsildii Porsild's G1 S1 finding Concern WATCH
Talinum Fameflower, Potential Potential Species of brachypodum Laguna GNRQ S1 None Concern WATCH Valeriana Valerian, Species of texana Guadalupe Verified G3 S3 None Concern WATCH Viola Limestone Species of WATCH Potential calcicola Violet Verified G3 S3 None Concern *New*
Attachment 2 - 14 2018 BLM - NM Sensitive Update: Amphibians, arthropods, birds, crustaceans, fish, mammals, mollucks, and reptiles.
Species Common Name Farmington Taos Rio Socorro Las Roswell Carlsbad Natureser NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Puerco Cruces ve Global State rank rank Amphibians Anaxyrus (Bufo) Southwestern (Arizona) G3G4 S3 Under Review SGCN BLM Sensitive microscaphus toad None None Potential Verified Verified None None Lithobates (Rana) pipiens Northern leopard frog Verified Verified Verified Verified None None None G5 S3 None SGCN BLM Sensitive Amphibians - Watch Craugastor (Eleutherodactylus) Eastern barking frog G5T4 S2S3 None SGCN Watch augusti None None None None Verified Verified Verified latrans Gastrophryne olivacea Western narrowmouth G5 S1 None Endangered, Watch None Potential None None Verified None Verified toad SGCN Lithobates (Rana) blairi Plains leopard frog Verified Verified None None Verified Verified Verified G5 S4 Former FWS Species SGCN Watch Lithobates yavapaiensis Lowland Leopard Frog None None None Potential Potential None None G4 S1 None SCGN Watch *New*
Arthropods Danaus plexippus plexippus Monarch Butterfly Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 SNR Under Review None BLM Sensitive *New*
Lytta mirifica Anthony Blister Beetle None None None None Verified None None G2 SH Former Category 2 Former (2006) BLM Sensitive Ochlodes yuma anasazi Yuma Skipper None Verified None None None None None G5 SNR None None BLM Sensitive Arthropods - Watch Bombus occidentalis Western Bumble Bee Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 SNR None None Watch *New*
Deronectes (Stictotarsus) Bonita Diving Beetle None None None None None Potential None G2 SNR Former Category 2 Former (2006) Watch *New* Birds Aimophila boterii Botteri's Sparrow None None None None Verified None None G4 S1B,S1N None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Ammodramus bairdii Baird's Sparrow None None None None Verified None None G4 S1N None Threatened BLM Sensitive Ammodramus savannarum Arizona Grasshopper None None None None Verified None None G5TU S1B,S1N None Endangered BLM Sensitive Athene cunicularia Western Burrowing Owl Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4T4 S3 None SGCN BLM Sensitive Anthus spragueii Sprague's Pipit None None None Potential Verified Verified Verified G3G4 S2N None SGCN BLM Sensitive Antrostomus arizonae Mexican Whip-poor-will Potential Verified Verified Verified Verified Potential Potential GNR SNR None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Calcarius mccownii McCown's Longspur None Potential None Potential Verified Verified Verified G4 S3N None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New*
Calcarius ornatus Chestnut-collared Potential Verified None Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S3N None SGCN BLM Sensitive Longspur Gymnorhinus Pinyon Jay Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Potential G3 S2S3 None SGCN BLM Sensitive Toxostoma bendirei Bendire's Thrasher Verified Potential Verified Verified Verified Potential None G4 S3B,S3N None SGCN BLM Sensitive
Attachment 1 - 6 2018 BLM - NM Sensitive Update: Amphibians, arthropods, birds, crustaceans, fish, mammals, mollucks, and reptiles.
Species Common Name Farmington Taos Rio Socorro Las Roswell Carlsbad Natureser NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Puerco Cruces ve Global State rank rank Tympanuchus pallidicinctus Lesser Prairie-chicken None None None None None Verified Verified G3 S2B,S2N Under Review SGCN BLM Sensitive Vireo bellii arizonae Bell's Vireo None Verified None Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S2B,S3N None Threatened BLM Sensitive SGCN Vermivora virginiae Virginia's Warbler Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S3B,S4N None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Birds - Watch Aphelocoma woodhouseii Woodhouse's Scrub- Jay Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S5B, S5N None None Watch *New* Aquila chrysaetos Golden Eagle Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 SB3, S4N None None Watch Baeolophus ridgwayi Juniper Titmouse Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Potential Potential G5 S4B None SGCN Watch *New* Botaurus lentiginosus American Bittern Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 S2 None SGCN Watch Buteogallus anthracinus Common Black-Hawk Potential Potential Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4G5 S2B,S3N None Threatened Watch SGCN Callipepla squamata Scaled Quail Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S3 None None Watch *New*
Camptostoma imberbe Northern Beardless- None None None None Verified None None G5 S1B,S1N None Endangered Watch Carpodacus cassinii Cassin's Finch Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S3B,S5N None SGCN Watch
Charadrius montanus Mountain Plover Verified Verified Verified Verified None None None G3 S2B,S4N None SGCN Watch
Columbina passerina Common Ground Dove None None None Potential Verified Potential Verified G5 S1B,S1N None Endangered Watch Falco peregrinus Peregrine Falcon G4T4 S2B, S3N Delisted in 1999 SGCN Watch *New* Lanius ludovicianus Loggerhead Shrike Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 S3 None SGCN Watch Melanerpes lewis Lewis's Woodpecker Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 S3B,S3N None SGCN Watch *New*
Meleagris gallopavo Gould's Wild Turkey None None None None Verified None None G5T3 S2B S2N None Threatened Watch mexicana SGCN Micrathene whitneyi Elf Owl None None Verified Verified Verified None None G5 S3B,S3N None SGCN Watch Numenius americanus Long- billed Curlew Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 SB3, S4N None SGCN Watch
Oreoscoptes montanus Sage Thrasher Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G4 S3B,S4N None None Watch
Passerina ciris Painted Bunting None None None None Verified Potential Verified G5 S4B,S4N None None Watch
Psiloscops flammeolus Flammulated Owl G4 S3B, S3N None SGCN Watch *New* Setophaga graciae Grace's Warbler Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified None G5 S3B, S4N None SGCN Watch *New* Setophaga nigrescens Black-throated Gray Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified None G5 S3B,S4N None SGCN Watch *New* Spizella atrogularis evura Black-chinned Sparrow None None Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S3B,S3N None SGCN Watch
Attachment 2 - 6 2018 BLM - NM Sensitive Update: Amphibians, arthropods, birds, crustaceans, fish, mammals, mollucks, and reptiles.
Species Common Name Farmington Taos Rio Socorro Las Roswell Carlsbad Natureser NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Puerco Cruces ve Global State rank rank Vermivora luciae Lucy's Warbler None None None Verified Verified None None G5 S3B,S4N None SGCN Watch Vireo vicinior Gray Vireo Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S4B S3N None Threatened Watch SGCN Crustaceans Eulimnadia follisimilis Clam Shrimp None None None Verified None Verified None GNR SNR None SGCN BLM Sensitive Phallocryptus sublettei Salt Playa (Sublette's) None None None None Verified None None G2 SNR None SGCN BLM Sensitive Fairy Shrimp Streptocephalus moorei Moore's Fairy Shrimp None None None None Verified None None G1 SNR None SGCN BLM Sensitive
Streptocephalus Bowman's Fairy Shrimp None None None None Verified None None G1 SNR None SGCN BLM Sensitive Crustaceans - Watch Eocyzicus concavus Sway-backed Clam None None None None None Potential None G1G3Q SNR None SGCN Watch *New* Shrimp Lepidurus lemmoni Lynch's Tadpole None None None None Verified None None G4 SNR None SGCN Watch *New*
Thamnocephalus mexicanus Mexican Beavertail None None None None Potential None None G3 SNR None SGCN Watch *New* Fish Astyanax mexicanus Mexican Tetra None None None None None Verified Verified G5 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive Catostomus clarkii Desert Sucker None None None Potential Verified None None G3G4 S2 Former species of SGCN BLM Sensitive consern Catostomus insignis Sonora Sucker None None None Potential Verified None None G3G4 S2 Former species of SGCN BLM Sensitive consern Catostomus plebeius Rio Grande Sucker None Verified Potential Potential Verified Potential Potential G3G4 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive Cycleptus elongatus Blue Sucker None None None None None Potential Verified G3G4 S1 None Endangered BLM Sensitive SGCN Cyprinodon pecosensis Pecos Pupfish None None None None None Verified Verified G2 S1 Former species of SGCN BLM Sensitive consern Etheostoma lepidum Greenthroat Darter None None None None None Verified Verified G3G4 S2 Former species of Threatened BLM Sensitive consern SGCN Gila pandora Rio Grande Chub None Verified Potential Potential Potential Verified Verified G3 S3 None SGCN BLM Sensitive Gila robusta Roundtail Chub Potential Potential Potential Potential Verified None None G3 S2 None Endangered BLM Sensitive SGCN Macrhybopsis tetranema Peppered Chub None Potential None None None None None G1 S1 Former species of SGCN BLM Sensitive consern Moxostoma congestum Gray Redhorse None None None None None None Verified G4 S1 Former species of Endangered BLM Sensitive consern SGCN Percina macrolepida Bigscale Logperch None Introduced None None None Verified Verified G5 S2 None Threatened BLM Sensitive SGCN Phenacobius mirabilis Suckermouth Minnow None Verified None None None Verified None G5 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive
Attachment 3 - 6 2018 BLM - NM Sensitive Update: Amphibians, arthropods, birds, crustaceans, fish, mammals, mollucks, and reptiles.
Species Common Name Farmington Taos Rio Socorro Las Roswell Carlsbad Natureser NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Puerco Cruces ve Global State rank rank Fish - Watch Agosia chrysogaster Longfin Dace None None None Potential Verified Verified None G4 S3S4 Former FWS Species of None Watch *New* Concern Ictiobus bubalus Smallmouth Buffalo None None None Potential Verified Verified Verified G5 S3S4 None None Watch *New* Catostomus discobolus Bluehead Sucker Verified None None None None None None G4T4 S2 None None Watch *New* discobolus Catostomus latipinnis Flannelmouth Sucker Verified Potential None None Potential None None G3G4 S1 Former Category 2 None Watch *New* Candidate Ictalurus lupus Headwater Catfish None None None None None Verified Verified G3 S1 Former species of None Watch *New* consern Macrhybopsis aestivalis Speckled Chub None Potential None None None Verified Verified G3G4 S2 None None Watch *New* Notropis jemezanus Rio Grande Shiner None None None Potential None Verified Verified G3 S2 Former species of None Watch *New* consern Oncorhynchus clarki Rio Grande Cutthroat None Potential Potential Potential Potential Potential None G5 S2 Former Candidate None Watch *New* virginalis Trout Mammals Choeronycteris mexicana Mexican long-tongued None None None None Verified None Potential G3G4 S2S3 None SGCN BLM Sensitive bat Corynorhinus townsendii Townsend's big-eared Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G3G4T3T4 S3S4 None SGCN BLM Sensitive bat Cynomys gunnisoni Gunnison's prairie dog Verified Verified Verified Verified None None None G5 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive
Cynomys ludovicianus Black-tailed prairie dog None Verified Potential Potential Verified Verified Verified G4 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive
Euderma maculatum Spotted bat Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Potential G4 S3 None Threatened, BLM Sensitive SGCN Lasiurus xanthinus Western yellow bat None None None None Verified None None G5 S1 None Threatened, BLM Sensitive SGCN Leptonycteris yerbabuenae Lesser long-nosed bat None None None None Verified None None G3 S3 Delisted 2018 Threatened, BLM Sensitive SGCN Lepus callotis White-sided jack rabbit None None None None Verified None None G4T3 S1 None Threatened, BLM Sensitive Sorex arizonae Arizona shrew None None None None Verified None None G3 S1 None Endangered BLM Sensitive *New* Mammals - Watch Cratogeomys castanops Yellow-faced pocket None Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G5 S2 None None Watch Cryptotis parva Least shrew None Potential None None None Verified Verified G5 S2 None Threatened, Watch *New* Idionycteris phyllotis Allen's lappet-browed None None Potential Verified Verified None None G4 S3 None None Watch *New* Lasiurus blossevillii Western red bat None None None Verified Verified Potential None G4 S3 None None Watch *New*
Attachment 4 - 6 2018 BLM - NM Sensitive Update: Amphibians, arthropods, birds, crustaceans, fish, mammals, mollucks, and reptiles.
Species Common Name Farmington Taos Rio Socorro Las Roswell Carlsbad Natureser NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Puerco Cruces ve Global State rank rank Lepus townsendii White-tailed jack rabbit Potential Verified None None None None None G5 S3 None None Watch
Nasua narica White-nosed coati None None None Verified Verified None None G5 S2 None None Watch *New*
Nyctinomops femorosaccus Pocketed free-tailed None None None None Verified None Verified G4 S1 None None Watch
Ovis canadensis mexicana Desert bighorn sheep None None None Verified Verified None None G3 S1 None Threatened Watch Reithrodontomys Fulvous harvest mouse None None None None Verified None None G5 S1 None None Watch fulvescens canus
Sigmodon ochrognathus Yellow-nosed cotton rat None None None None Verified None None G4 S2 None None Watch
Thomomys umbrinus Southern pocket None None None Potential Verified None None G5T2 S2 None Threatened, Watch *New* Mollusks Ashmunella hebardi Hacheta Grande None None None None Verified None None G1 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Woodlandsnail Ashmunella macromphala Cooke's Peak None None None None Verified None None G1 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Gastrocopta dalliana Shortneck None None None None Potential None None G2G4 S3S4 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* dalliana Snaggletooth Snail Holospira crossei Cross Holospira Snail None None None None Verified None None G2 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New*
Holospira metcalfi Metcalf Holospira Snail None None None None Verified None None G1 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New*
Pyrgulopsis pecosensis Pecos Springsnail None None None None None None Potential G1 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New*
Radiocentrum ferrissi Fringed Mountainsnail None None None None Potential None None G1 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Sonorella hachitana New Mexico Talussnail None None None None Verified None None G2 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New*
Sonorella hachitana flora New Mexico Talussnail None None None None Verified None None G2T1 S1 None SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Sonorella todseni Do a Ana Talussnail None None None None Verified None None G1 S1 Former Category 2 SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Mollusks -Watch Ashmunella amblya Woodlandsnail None None None None Potential None None G3T3 S3 None SGCN Watch *New* cornudasensis Holospira animasensis Animas Mountains None None None None Potential None None G1G2 S1 None SGCN Watch *New* Holospira Snail Reptiles Aspidoscelis dixoni Gray-checkered G3G4 S1 None Endangered BLM Sensitive None None None None Verified None None Whiptail SGCN
Attachment 5 - 6 2018 BLM - NM Sensitive Update: Amphibians, arthropods, birds, crustaceans, fish, mammals, mollucks, and reptiles.
Species Common Name Farmington Taos Rio Socorro Las Roswell Carlsbad Natureser NHNM FWS Status NM Status BLM Status Puerco Cruces ve Global State rank rank Heloderma suspectum Gila Monster G4 S2 None Endangered, BLM Sensitive None None None None Verified None None SGCN Pseudemys gorzugi Western River (Rio G3G4 S2 Under Review Threatened, BLM Sensitive None None None None None Verified Verified Grande) Cooter SGCN Sceloporus arenicolus Dunes Sagebrush Lizard G2G3 S2 Formerly proposed, Endangered BLM Sensitive None None None None None Verified Verified withdrawn following SGCN Sistrurus tergeminus Desert massasauga None None Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified G3G4T3T4 S3 UnderCCA/CCAA Review SGCN BLM Sensitive *New* Trachemys gaigeae Big Bend Slider None None None Verified Verified None None G3 S2 None SGCN BLM Sensitive
Reptiles - Watch Aspidoscelis stictogramma Giant Spotted Whiptail G4 S1 None Threatened, Watch None None None None Verified None None SGCN Crotalus cerberus Arizona black G5 SNR None SGCN Watch *New* None None None Verified Verified None None rattlesnake Crotalus lepidus lepidus Mottled Rock G5T4T5 S2 None Threatened, Watch Rattlesnake None None None None Verified Potential Verified SGCN Lampropeltis alterna Gray-banded G5 S1 None Endangered, Watch Kingsnake None None None None None None Verified SGCN Sceloporus slevini Slevin's Bunchgrass G4 S1 None Threatened, Watch None None None None Verified None None Lizard SGCN
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United States Department of the Interior
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT Arizona State Office One North Central Avenue, Suite 800 Phoenix, Arizona 85004-4427
March 1, 2017 In Reply Refer To: 6840 (9300) P
EMS TRANSMISSION 03/03/2017 Instruction Memorandum No. AZ-IM-2017-009 Expires: 9/30/2020
To: All Field Offices
From: State Director
Subject: Updated Bureau of Land Management Sensitive Species List for Arizona
Purpose: The purpose of this Instruction Memorandum (IM) is to replace expired IM No. AZ-2011-005, listing Bureau of Land Management (BLM) sensitive plant and animal species, which occur on BLM administered lands in Arizona consistent with Manual Section 6840 and current WO-230 guidance.
Policy/Action: The BLM Sensitive Species List for Arizona is contained in the Attachment. The list was developed using the criteria set forth in BLM Manual Section 6840, Special Status Species Management, and also includes: species listed or proposed to be listed as threatened or endangered pursuant to Section 4 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA), federally designated candidate species, and delisted species in the 5 years following their delisting. Species appearing on the attached list will be managed as BLM sensitive, as described in BLM Manual Section 6840.
In addition to the species identified in the attached list, all species identified by BLM California as BLM sensitive, which occur on public lands in California administered by the Colorado River District, are to be managed as BLM sensitive in California. The lists of BLM California sensitive species can be found on the BLM California public web page at: https://www.blm.gov/programs/fish-and-wildlife/threatened-and-endangered/state-te- data/california
Timeframe: This list is effective immediately.
Budget Impact: None.
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Background: The BLM Manual Section 6840 describes the following criteria for BLM sensitive species:
In compliance with existing laws, including the BLM multiple-use mission as specified in the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, the BLM shall designate BLM sensitive species and implement measures to conserve these species and their habitats, including ESA proposed critical habitat, to promote their conservation and reduce the likelihood and need for such species to be listed pursuant to the ESA. All federally designated candidate species, proposed species, and delisted species in the 5 years following their delisting shall be conserved as BLM sensitive species.
A. State Directors shall designate species within their respective states as BLM sensitive using the following criteria. For species inhabiting multiple states, State Directors shall coordinate with one another in the designation of BLM sensitive species so that species status is consistent across the species’ range on BLM administered lands, where appropriate.
Species designated as BLM sensitive must be native species found on BLM administered lands for which the BLM has the capability to significantly affect the conservation status of the species through management, and either:
(1) There is information that a species has recently undergone, is undergoing, or is predicted to undergo a downward trend such that the viability of the species or a distinct population segment of the species is at risk across all or a significant portion of the species’ range, or
(2) The species depends on ecological refugia or specialized or unique habitats on BLM administered lands, and there is evidence that such areas are threatened with alteration such that the continued viability of the species in that area would be at risk.
The BLM Manual Section 6840 directs the BLM to manage BLM sensitive species and their habitats to minimize or eliminate threats affecting the status of the species or to improve the condition of the species’ habitat.
This revised BLM Arizona Sensitive Species List updates the 2010 list and reflects the following changes:
The list includes species listed or proposed as threatened or endangered, pursuant to the ESA, as amended, which occur, or potentially occur on BLM managed public lands. This list does not replace the need to obtain a “species list” from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) for ESA compliance. Species lists can be obtained on-line at https://ecos.fws.gov/ipac/.
Should the Service add species to the list of candidates, they will be considered BLM sensitive if they occur or are likely to occur on BLM managed lands in Arizona. 3
The list includes species covered by conservation agreements to which the BLM is a signatory. Two former candidates with conservation agreements, Sonoran desert tortoise (Gopherus morafkai) and relict leopard frog (Lithobates onca), have been added to the list.
The list includes species which have been petitioned for listing pursuant to the ESA and received a positive 90-day finding (substantial scientific information was presented indicating listing may be warranted) and which occur or likely occur on BLM administered public lands in Arizona and for which BLM management could likely affect the conservation status. Five species, monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus plexippus), Sonoran tallussnail (Sonorella magdalenensis), Arizona toad (Anaxyrus microscaphus), desert massasauga (Sistrurus catenatus edwarsii) and Joshua tree (Yucca brevifolia), have been added to the list.
Arizona eryngo (Eryngium sparganophyllum), a wetland dependent plant, has been added to the list.
Generic groupings of Hydrobiid spring snails in genus Pyrgulopsis and Succineid snails in the family Succineidae have been removed from the list.
Taxonomic updates and the results of status reviews are reflected in this list. Two former candidates, Tucson shovel-nosed snake (Chionactis occipitalis klauberi) and Sprague’s pipit (Anthus spragueii), are not included in the list.
District occurrence information has been updated.
Directives Affected: Replaces Expired IM No. AZ-2011-005.
Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Tim Hughes at 602-417-9356, or Elroy Masters at 602-417-9346.
SIGNED BY: AUTHENTICATED BY: Deborah K. Rawhouser Susan Williams for Raymond Suazo Staff Assistant
1 Attachment: 1 – BLM Arizona Sensitive Species List (6 pp) cc: Director (WO-230)
Bureau of Land Management, Arizona - Bureau Sensitive Species List (February 2017) INVERTEBRATES Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes Arizona Cave Amphipod Stygobromus arizonensis BLMS h wet caves and mines Bylas Springsnail Pyrgulopsis arizonae BLMS v springs (Positive 90-day Finding) Desert Springsnail Pyrgulopsis deserta BLMS h springs along the Virgin River Gila Tryonia Tryonia gilae BLMS v springs (Positive 90-day Finding) Grand Wash Springsnail Pyrgulopsis bacchus BLMS v springs (Positive 90-day Finding) Kingman Springsnail Pyrgulopsis conica BLMS v springs (Positive 90-day Finding) Monarch Butterfly Danaus plexippus plexippus BLMS v v v v (Positive 90-day Finding) Sonoran Talussnail Sonorella magdalenensis BLMS v talus slopes (Positive 90-day Finding) FISH Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes Bluehead Sucker Catostomus discobolus BLMS h h Conservation Agreement FE Bonytail Chub Gila elegans w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Desert Pupfish Cyprinodon macularius FE v v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Desert Sucker Catostomus clarki BLMS v v v v aquatic Flannelmouth Sucker Catostomus latipinnis BLMS v Conservation Agreement FE Gila Chub Gila intermedia w/CH v-CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Gila Topminnow Poeciliopsis occidentalis occidentalis FE v v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Little Colorado Spinedace Lepidomeda vittata FT v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Little Colorado Sucker Catostomus sp. BLMS v Conservation Agreement FE Loach Minnow Tiaroga cobitis w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Longfin Dace Agosia chrysogaster BLMS v v v aquatic FE Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus w/CH v-CH h-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan pT Conservation Agreement, See Federal Roundtail Chub Gila robusta BLMS v v Register Sonora Sucker Catostomus insignis BLMS v v v aquatic Speckled Dace Rhinichthys osculus BLMS v v v v aquatic FE Spikedace Meda fulgida w/CH v-CH h See Federal Register & Recovery Plan FE Virgin River Chub Gila seminuda w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Conservation Agreement (Positive 90- Virgin Spinedace Lepidomeda mollispinis mollispinis BLMS v day Finding)
Attachment 1-1 FE Woundfin Plagopterus argentissimus w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan AMPHIBIANS Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes mid elevation riparian/wetlands Arizona Toad Anaxyrus microscaphus BLMS v v v v (Positive 90-day Finding) FT Chiricahua Leopard Frog Lithobates chiricahuensis w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad Gastrophryne olivacea BLMS v v healthy grasslands Lowland Burrowing Treefrog Smilisca fodiens BLMS v healthy grasslands Lowland Leopard Frog Lithobates yavapaiensis BLMS v v v wetlands Northern Leopard Frog Lithobates pipiens BLMS v v h wetlands Plains Leopard Frog Lithobates blairi BLMS h wetlands Conservation Agreement, See Federal Relict Leopard Frog Lithobates onca BLMS h v Register (12 Month Finding) Sonoran Green Toad Anaxyrus retiformis BLMS v v healthy grasslands REPTILES Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes healthy grasslands, north end of Wilcox Arizona Striped Whiptail Aspidoscelis arizonae BLMS v Playa (Positive 90-day Finding) healthy grasslands (Positive 90-day Desert Massasauga Sistrurus catenatus edwarsii BLMS h Finding) Desert Ornate Box Turtle Terrapene ornata BLMS v healthy grasslands Flat-tailed Horned Lizard Phrynosoma mcallii BLMS v Conservation Agreement FT Mojave Desert Tortoise Gopherus agassizii w/CH v-CH v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Mojave Fringe-toed Lizard Uma scoparia BLMS v sand FT Narrow-headed Gartersnake Thamnophis rufipunctatus w/pCH h-pCH See Federal Register New Mexico Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake Crotalus willardi obscurus FT v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Northern Mexican FT Gartersnake Thamnophis eques megalops w/pCH v-pCH v-pCH h-pCH See Federal Register Slevin's Bunchgrass Lizard Sceloporus slevini BLMS v healthy grasslands Sonoran Desert Tortoise Gopherus morafkai BLMS v v v Conservation Agreement Sonora Mud Turtle Kinosternon sonoriense sonoriense BLMS v v v Riparian/aquatic Yuman Desert Fringe-toed Lizard Uma rufopunctata BLMS v sand (Positive 90-day Finding) BIRDS (breeding) Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes American Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus anatum BLMS v v v v cliffs Arizona Botteri's Sparrow Peucaea botterii arizonae BLMS v healthy grasslands Attachment 1-2 Arizona Grasshopper Sparrow Ammodramus savannarum ammolegus BLMS v healthy grasslands Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus BLMS h v v v Conservation Agreement [BGEPA] Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl Glaucidium brasilianum cactorum BLMS v v dense Sonoran scrub washes California Black Rail Laterallus jamaicensis coturniculus BLMS v h marshes See Federal Register, Recovery Plan California Condor Gymnogyps californianus FE/NEP v h h h & 10(j) Rule California Least Tern Sterna antillarum browni FE h h h See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Desert Purple Martin Progne subis hesperia BLMS h v v saguaro cacti Ferruginous Hawk Buteo regalis BLMS v h v h healthy grasslands Gilded Flicker Colaptes chrysoides BLMS v v v saguaro cacti Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos BLMS v v v v [BGEPA] Le Conte's Thrasher Toxostoma lecontei BLMS v v v remote creosote scrub FT Mexican Spotted Owl Strix occidentalis lucida w/CH h-CH h v h See Federal Register & Recovery Plan See Federal Register, Recovery Plan Northern Aplomado Falcon Falco femoralis septentrionalis FE/NEP h & 10(j) Rule Northern Goshawk Accipiter gentilis atricapillus BLMS v v h h healthy forests Pinyon Jay Gymnorhinus cyanocephalus BLMS v v v v healthy pinyon pine Southwestern Willow FE Flycatcher Empidonax traillii extimus w/CH v-CH v-CH v-CH h See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Western Burrowing Owl Athene cunicularia hypugaea BLMS v v v v grasslands, undeveloped valley bottoms Western Yellow-billed FT Cuckoo (DPS) Coccyzus americanus w/pCH v-pCH v-pCH v-pCH v-pCH See Federal Register Yuma Ridgway’s (Clapper) Rail Rallus obsoletus (=longirostris) yumanensis FE h v h v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan MAMMALS Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes Allen’s Big-eared Bat Idionycteris phyllotis BLMS v v v h caves, mines Arizona Myotis Myotis occultus BLMS h v v h caves, mines Banner-tailed Kangaroo Rat Dipodomys spectabilis BLMS v healthy grasslands Black-tailed Prairie Dog Cynomys ludovicianus BLMS v healthy grasslands California Leaf-nosed Bat Macrotus californicus BLMS h v v v caves, mines Cave Myotis Myotis velifer BLMS v v v caves, mines Greater Western Mastiff Bat Eumops perotis californicus BLMS v v v v caves, mines Gunnison's Prairie Dog Cynomys gunnisoni BLMS h v h healthy grasslands Houserock Valley Chisel- toothed Kangaroo Rat Dipodomys microps leucotis BLMS v Atriplex scrub FE Hualapai Mexican Vole Microtus mexicanus hualpaiensis pDelist v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan FE Jaguar Panthera onca w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan FE Lesser Long-nosed Bat Leptonycteris curasoae yerbabuenae pDelist v v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan
Attachment 1-3 See Federal Register, Recovery Plan Mexican Gray Wolf Canis lupus baileyi FE/NEP h h & 10(j) Rule Mexican Long-tongued Bat Choeronycteris mexicana BLMS v caves/mines Ocelot Leoparus pardalis FE h See Federal Register & Recovery Plan See Federal Register, Recovery Plan Sonoran Pronghorn Antilocapra americana sonoriensis FE/NEP v h v & 10(j) Rule Spotted Bat Euderma maculatum BLMS v h h h caves/ mines Townsend’s Big-eared Bat Corynorhinus (=Plecotus) townsendii BLMS v v v v caves/mines PLANTS Common Name Scientific Name Status ASDO CRDO GDO PDO Habitat/Notes FE Acuna Cactus Echinomastus erectocentrus var. acunensis w/CH v-CH v-CH See Federal Register narrow range, limestone deposits, Burro Aquarius Milkvetch Astragalus newberryi var. aquaria BLMS v Creek area narrow range, floodplain terraces in Aravaipa Sage Salvia amissa BLMS v shady canyons Aravaipa Woodfern Thelypteris puberula var. sonorensis BLMS v v h few scattered springs Arizona Cliffrose Purshia subintegra FE v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Arizona Eryngo Eryngium sparganophyllum BLMS v Arid land springs, cienegas Arizona Hedgehog Cactus Echinocereus triglochidiatus var. arizonicus FE v h See Federal Register Arizona Sonoran Rosewood Vauquelinia californica ssp. sonorensis BLMS v v relict species in shady canyons narrow range, rocky outcrops in canyons w/Madrean Woodland (Positive 90-day Bartram Stonecrop Graptopetalum bartramii BLMS v Finding) Blue Sand Lily Triteleiopsis palmeri BLMS v sand dunes and sandy soils Brady Pincushion Cactus Pediocactus bradyi FE v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan California Flannelbush Fremontodendron californicum BLMS v v relict populations in shady canyons Chihuahua Breadroot Healthy grasslands (Positive 90-day (Scurfpea) Pediomelum pentaphyllum BLMS v Finding) narrow range, cliff faces of Gila Clifton Rock Daisy Perityle ambrosiifolia BLMS v Conglomerate Dalhouse Spleenwort Asplenium (=Ceterach) dalhousiae BLMS v cliff face seeps, Mule Mountains narrow range, Moenkopi Formation Diamond Butte Milkvetch Astragalus toanus var. scidulus BLMS v badlands w/red soils FE Fickeisen Plains Cactus Pediocactus peeblesianus var. fickeiseniae w/CH v-CH v-CH See Federal Register narrow range, floodplain terraces shady Fish Creek Fleabane Erigeron piscaticus BLMS v canyons (Positive 90-day Finding) narrow range, floodplain terraces in Gentry Indigo Bush Dalea tentaculoides BLMS v shady canyons Giant Sedge Carex spissa BLMS v v springs FE Gierisch Mallow Sphaeralcea gierischii w/CH v-CH See Federal Register Grand Canyon Rose Rosa stellata var. abyssa BLMS v narrow range, limestone cliff rims Attachment 1-4 Holmgren (Paradox) Milk FE Vetch Astragalus holmgreniorum w/CH v-CH See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Huachuca Golden Aster Heterotheca rutteri BLMS v narrow range, Plains Grassland, LCNCA Huachuca Milkvetch Astragalus hypoxylus BLMS h narrow range FE Huachuca Water Umbel Lilaeopsis schaffneriana ssp. recurva w/CH v-CH See Federal Register Jones Cycladenia Cycladenia humilis var. jonesii FT v See Federal Register Joshua Tree Yucca brevifolia BLMS v v v (Positive 90-day Finding) Kaibab (Paradine) Plains Cactus Pediocactus paradinei BLMS v Conservation Agreement Kearney’s Blue Star Amsonia kearneyana FE v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Kearney Sumac Rhus kearneyi ssp. kearneyi BLMS v relict species in shady canyons Kofa Mountain Barberry Berberis harrisoniana BLMS v v relict species in shady canyons narrow range, red soils of Moenkopi Marble Canyon Indigo Bush Psorothamnus arborescens var. pubescens BLMS v Formation, Marble Canyon narrow range, limestone cliff rims, Marble Canyon Milkvetch Astragalus cremnophylax var. hevronii BLMS v Marble Canyon Mt Trumbull Beardtongue Penstemon distans BLMS v narrow range, limestone soils Murphey Agave Agave murpheyi BLMS h v low numbers, desert foothills, central AZ Nichol Turk’s Head Cactus Echinocactus horizonthalonius var. nicholii FE v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Paria Plateau (Siler) Fishhook Cactus Sclerocactus sileri BLMS v narrow range, sandy soils, Paria Plateau narrow range, limestone deposits, Burro Parish Phacelia Phacelia parishii BLMS v Creek area, dry lake beds, Red Lake narrow range, higher elevation desert Parish Wild Onion Allium parishii BLMS v mountains, Mohave Mountains Peebles Navajo Cactus Pediocactus peeblesianus var. peeblesianus FE v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan Pima Indian Mallow Abutilon parishii BLMS h v h rocky slopes, desert mountains Pima Pineapple Cactus Coryphantha scheeri var. robustispina FE v See Federal Register narrow range, desert washes, Black Pinto Beardtongue Penstemon bicolor BLMS v Mountains few populations, leaf litter under Purple-spike Coralroot Hexalectris warnockii BLMS v Madrean Woodland, Mule Mtns narrow range, Shinarump Hills, Round-leaf Broom Errazurizia rotundata BLMS v Holbrook area San Pedro River Wild narrow range, limestone and clay soils of Buckwheat Eriogonum terrenatum BLMS v St. David Formation, SPRNCA Sand Food Pholisma sonorae BLMS v sand dunes, Yuma area Scaly Sand Food Pholisma arenarium BLMS v sand dunes, Cactus Plain Schott Wire-lettuce Stephanomeria exiqua ssp. exiqua BLMS v h sand dunes, sandy soils narrow range, gypsum soils of September 11 Stickleaf Mentzelia memorabilis BLMS v Harrisburg Formation Siler Pincushion Cactus Pediocactus sileri FT v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan
Attachment 1-5 narrow range, gypsum soils of Silverleaf Sunray Enceliopsis argophylla BLMS v v Moenkopi Formation
Smooth Catseye Cryptantha semiglabra BLMS v extremely narrow range narrow range, sandy loam soils, Virgin Sticky Wild Buckwheat Eriogonum viscidulum BLMS v River Valley narrow range, sandy loam soils, Virgin Three-cornered Milkvetch Astragalus geyeri var. triquetrus BLMS v River Valley Tumamoc Globeberry Tumamoca macdougalii BLMS v v few populations, Sonoran Desert plains Welch’s Milkweed Asclepias welshii FT v See Federal Register & Recovery Plan White-margined Penstemon Penstemon albomarginatus BLMS v narrow range, sandy loam soils
Status and Occurrence Abbreviations:
Abbreviation Definition FE Federally Endangered pE Proposed Endangered FT Federally Threatened pT Proposed Threatened CH Designated Critical Habitat pCH Proposed Critical Habitat pDelist Proposed for Delisting NEP Nonessential Experimental Population designated pursuant to Section 10(j) of the ESA DPS Distinct Population Segment C Federal Candidate BLMS Arizona Bureau of Land Management Sensitive BGEPA Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940 v Known Occurrence within the last 10 years h Historic or Potential Occurrence Positive 90-day Finding Petition for listing was found to contain substantial information indicating listing may be warranted. ASDO Arizona Strip District Office: [Grand Canyon – Parashant NM & Arizona Strip Field Office including Vermillion Cliffs NM] CRDO Colorado River District Office: [Kingman, Lake Havasu and Yuma field offices] Gila District Office: [Safford Field Office including Gila Box Riparian NCA & Tucson Field Office including Ironwood Forest NM, San Pedro GDO Riparian NCA, & Las Cienegas NCA] PDO Phoenix District Office: [Hassayampa Field Office including Agua Fria NM & Lower Sonoran Field Office including Sonoran Desert NM]
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Table E-1. BLM, USFS, State of New Mexico, and USFWS Special Status Plant Species
Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Zuni fleabane E T Inhabits exposed, eroded slopes of Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Erigeron detrital clay hillsides with sparse The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area rhizomatus) vegetation in pinyon-juniper forests. is outside the is outside the is outside the is outside the Found on the eastern slopes of the species’ known species’ known species’ known species’ known Chuska Mountains in Apache range. range. range. range. County, AZ. Arizona cliffrose E Found in rolling limestone hills in the Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Purshia [=Cowania] Sonoran desertscrub, usually on The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area subintegra) white Tertiary limestone lakebed is outside the is outside the is outside the is outside the deposits high in lithium, nitrates, and species’ known species’ known species’ known species’ known magnesium at elevations between range. range. range. range, and does 2,500 and 4,000 feet amsl. All four not contain localities of this species are in central suitable white Arizona below the Mogollon Rim and Tertiary limestone include Burro Creek drainage deposits. The (Mohave County); Horseshoe Lake nearest known (Maricopa County); Verde Valley occurrence is (Yavapai County); and the San more than a mile Carlos Indian Reservation (Graham northwest of the County). westernmost extent of the analysis area. Organ Mountains NM:S Humus-covered igneous talus and Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – giant hyssop boulders at protected bases of steep The analysis area The analysis area (Agastache pringlei cliffs in woodlands of Douglas-fir, is outside the is outside the var. verticillata) yellow pine, and Gambel oak species’ known species’ known (Quercus gambelii). Found in Doña range. range. Ana and Otero Counties in NM. Howard’s ringstem NM:S Endemic to the open gypsum Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Anulocaulis outcrops of the Yeso Formation on The analysis area The analysis area leiosolenus var. the west slope of the northern is outside the is outside the howardii) Guadalupe Mountains at 4,430-4,760 species’ known species’ known feet above mean sea level (amsl) in range. range. southeastern Otero County, NM. Chapline's NM:S Canyon deciduous woodland; moist, Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – columbine shaded crevices, among boulders, The analysis area The analysis area (Aquilegia along streams in limestone rock or is outside the is outside the chrysantha var. derived soil. Subjected to periodic species’ known species’ known chaplinei) flooding. Range only in Guadalupe range. range. Mountains and Sacramento Mountains of southern NM.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Coppermine NM:S Dry creek beds, banks, canyon sides, Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – milkvetch generally dry, open slopes with oaks, The analysis area The analysis area (Astragalus juniper, and pine. Known from the is outside the is outside the cobrensis var. Chiricahua and Peloncillo Mountains species’ known species’ known maguirei) in AZ and from the Peloncilo range. range. Mountains near the AZ border in NM. Wind Mountain NM:S Rocky slopes on igneous or Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – rockcress limestone substrates in Chihuahuan The analysis area The analysis area (Boechera zephyra) desert scrub or at the lower extremes is outside the is outside the of pinyon-juniper-oak woodland species’ known species’ known (4,430–6,070 feet). Known only from range. range. the southern edge of NM in Doña Ana, Eddy and Otero Counties in NM and barely entering Texas (in the Cornudas Mountains). Organ Mountain NM:S Pinyon-juniper woodland and lower Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – Indian-paintbrush montane coniferous forest. Occurs in The analysis area The analysis area (Castilleja Doña Ana County. is outside the is outside the organorum) species’ known species’ known range. range. Wright’s marsh MM:S E C Wet meadows associated with Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. thistle alkaline springs and seeps The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Cirsium wrightii) (cienegas) in NM, AZ, and northern is outside the is outside the is outside the is outside the Mexico. Species is rare in NM and species’ known species’ known species’ known species’ known absent in AZ. The only known extant range. range and distant range and distant range and distant populations in the United States are to known to known to known in NM in Chaves, Eddy, Guadalupe, occurrences. occurrences. occurrences. Otero, and Socorro Counties (Sivinski 2012; Sivinski and Tonne 2011). This species was introduced into a cienega south of Silver City, NM; however, the population has apparently failed (personal communication, D. Roth, EMNRD Botany coordinator to Matt McMillan, SWCA 08/22/2019)
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Scheer’s beehive NM:S E Flat plains or lower hill slopes in Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – cactus semidesert grassland and open The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Coryphantha woodland in the Chihuahuan desert is outside the is outside the is outside the robustispina ssp. vegetation, usually on fairly deep, species’ known species’ known species’ known scheeri) gravelly or silty soils, occasionally on range. range. range. rocky benches or bajadas on limestone or gypsum between 3,280 and 3,600 feet amsl Found in Chaves and Eddy Counties (Encyclopedia of Living Forms 2019). Guadalupe NM:S Outcrops of pink, limy, fine-grained, Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – mescalbean slightly gypeous sandstone in The analysis area The analysis area (Dermatophyllum Chihuahuan desert scrub and juniper is outside the is outside the guadalupense) savanna. Endemic to the Guadalupe species’ known species’ known Mountains of NM and Texas where it range. range. is restricted to less than 155 square miles. Duncan's pincushion NM:S E Chihuahuan Desert, limestone hills, Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – cactus and in desert grassland habitat in NM The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Escobaria duncanii) in Sierra and Doña Ana Counties at is outside the is outside the is outside the 3,380–5,410 feet amsl. species’ known species’ known species’ known range. range. range. Villard's pincushion NM:S E Endemic to the western escarpment Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – cactus of the Sacramento Mountains and The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Escobaria villardii) northern Franklin Mountains in Otero is outside the is outside the is outside the and Doña Ana Counties, NM. Occurs species’ known species’ known species’ known in black grama grassland on well- range. range. range. developed soil of nearly flat benches above vertical, north-facing limestone cliffs; and in loamy soils of desert grassland with Chihuahuan desert scrub on broad gravelly limestone benches in mountainous terrain; 4,500–6,500 feet amsl. New Mexico NM:S Endemic in southwestern NM in Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – bitterweed Hidalgo County where it occurs in the The analysis area The analysis area (Hymenoxys Peloncillo and Animas Mountains, on is outside the is outside the ambigens var. rocky slopes and open woodlands species’ known species’ known neomexicana) between 5,000 and 7,000 feet amsl geographic range geographic range and is well below and is well below the elevational the elevational range of this range of this species. species.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Gypsum scalebroom NM:S E Known only from a small area of west Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Lepidospartum Texas and adjacent NM in southern The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area burgessii) Otero County, where it is entirely is outside the is outside the is outside the restricted to gypsum substrates, species’ known species’ known species’ known although locally abundant at some of range. range. range. its few sites. Guadalupe stickleaf NM:S Yeso Formation on gypsum outcrops Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Mentzelia humilis with limestone cobble at elevations of The analysis area The analysis area var. guadalupensis) 4,430–5,085 feet amsl. Distributed is outside the is outside the along the west side of the Guadalupe species’ known species’ known Mountains in Eddy and Otero range. range. Counties (eFlora 2019). Crow Flat greggia NM:S Chihuahuan Desert region, known Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Nerisyrenia only from gypsum exposures along The analysis area The analysis area hypercorax) The Rim (western escarpment) of the is outside the is outside the Guadalupe Mountains in Chaves and species’ known species’ known Otero Counties in southeastern NM. range. range. Sand pricklypear NM:S E Chihuahuan desert in sandy soils, Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Opuntia arenaria) usually in floodplains, and in semi- The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area desert grasslands between is outside the is outside the is outside the 3,770 and 4,430 feet amsl. Found in species’ known species’ known species’ known Doña Ana, Luna, Otero, and Socorro range. range. range. Counties, NM and into Texas and NM. Wilkinson's nailwort NM:S Shallow, rocky or sandy soils and Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Paronychia rock crevices in novaculite outcrops The analysis area The analysis area wilkinsonii) or on igneous-derived soils. Known is outside the is outside the from only one site in Otero County, species’ known species’ known NM. range. range. Chihuahua scurfpea NM:S E Sandy, loamy soils in bare areas Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. [=Chihuahua AZ:S between other plants at elevations The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area breadroot] from 4,400 to 6,600 feet amsl. This is outside the is outside the is outside the is outside the (Pediomelum rare species occurs in Cochise and species’ known species’ known species’ known species’ known pentaphyllum) Graham Counties in AZ and Hidalgo range. range. range. range. County in NM. The nearest known occurrence in NM occurs northwest of Lordsburg, NM, south and southeast of the Virden Valley analysis area; the nearest known occurrence in AZ occurs southeast of Safford, AZ, south of U.S. Route 70, which is outside of and south of the Lower Gila River analysis area (USFWS 2018).
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Night-blooming NM:S E Chihuahuan desert scrub or desert Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Potential to occur. – cereus grassland habitats mostly in sandy to The analysis area The analysis area The project area is (Peniocereus greggii silty gravelly soils in gently broken to is outside the is outside the within the species’ var greggii) level terrain. Typically found growing species’ known species’ known range and up through and supported by shrubs, range. range. elevational range. especially creosotebush (Larrea Species was not tridentata) and honey mesquite observed during (Prosopis glandulosa). Found in biological surveys. Doña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna Counties. Alamo beardtongue NM:S Crevices and pockets in rocky Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Penstemon limestone hillsides and at the foot of The analysis area The analysis area alamosensis) limestone cliffs at elevations from is outside the is outside the 4,300–5,300 feet amsl. A regional species’ known species’ known endemic of southcentral New Mexico; range. range. Doña Ana, Lincoln, and Otero Counties. Nodding cliff daisy NM:S Narrowly endemic to less than Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Perityle cernua) 62 square miles in the Organ The analysis area The analysis area Mountains of southcentral NM. is outside the is outside the Found in seams in cliffs of rhyolitic species’ known species’ known igneous rock at 5,400–7,800 feet range. range. amsl. Parish's alkaligrass NM:S AZ:S E Alkaline springs, seeps, and Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Potential to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Puccinellia parishii) seasonally wet areas that occur at Distant from Distant from The project area is The analysis area the heads of drainages or on gentle known known within the species’ is outside the slopes at 2,600–7,200 feet amsl occurrences occurrences in NM range and species’ known range-wide. The species requires (Sivinski and (New Mexico Rare elevational range. range. continuously damp soils during Tonne 2011). Plant Technical Species was not its late winter to spring growing Council 1999). observed during period. It frequently grows with biological surveys. saltgrass (Distichlis stricta), alkali sacaton (Sporobolus airoides), sedges (Carex sp.), bulrushes (Scirpus sp.), rushes (Juncus sp.), spike rushes (Eleocharis sp.), and yerba mansa (Anemopsis californica). Found in Catron, Cibola, Grant, Hidalgo, McKinley, Sandoval, and San Juan Counties in NM, and there are scattered occurrences in northern and eastern AZ within Apache, Coconino, Navajo, and Yavapai Counties.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Organ Mountain NM:S Endemic to the northern half of the Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – figwort small range of Organ Mountains in The analysis area The analysis area (Scrophularia laevis) Doña Ana County in southcentral is outside the is outside the NM. Found in the understory of species’ known species’ known Gambel oak stands on dark organic range. range. soil and litter on north-facing slopes and uneroded canyon bottoms within the mixed conifer vegetation zone at 7,000–8,530 feet amsl. Mimbres figwort NM:S NM:S Steep, rocky, usually north-facing Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Scrophularia igneous cliffs and talus slopes, The analysis area The analysis area Analysis area is macrantha) occasionally in canyon bottoms; is outside the is outside the well below the pinyon-juniper woodland and lower species’ known species’ known species’ montane coniferous forest; 6,500– geographic and geographic and elevational range 8,200 feet amsl. Found in Grant and elevational range. elevational range and is distant from Luna Counties, Mimbres Mountains, known Kneeling Nun, and Cook's Peak in occurrences. NM. There are 35 occurrence records on Gila National Forest (GNF), all of which flow into the Mimbres Watershed (Noonday, Railroad, and Upper Galinas Canyons). Sibara NM:S Limestone or travertine cliff faces, Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – (Sibara grisea) talus slopes and in oak-juniper The analysis area The analysis area woodlands in generally mesic is outside the is outside the mountain canyons, 3,930–5,580 feet species’ known species’ known amsl elevation. A regional endemic range. range. species restricted to mesic canyons in three mountain ranges in Chaves, Eddy, and Otero Counties in southern NM and adjacent west Texas. Organ Mountains NM:S Known only from the type locality in Unlikely to occur. – Unlikely to occur. – scaleseed the Organ Mountains of Doña Ana The analysis area The analysis area (Spermolepis County, NM. Occurs in granitic is outside the is outside the organensis) gravelly loam, oak-juniper slopes at species’ known species’ known elevations from 4,600–5,400 feet range. range. amsl. Aravaipa sage AZ:S Inhabits understory of sycamore, – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Salvia amissa) ash, walnut, and mesquite trees near The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area aquatic features such as streams and is outside the is outside the is outside the rivers. Occurs in Cochise, Gila, species’ known species’ known species’ known Graham, and Pinal Counties of AZ. range. range. range.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Aravaipa woodfern AZ:S Known to occur in moist soils in the – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Thelypteris puberula shade of boulders and in wet areas The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area var. sonorensis) near riverbanks and meadows. is outside the is outside the is outside the Found in Coconino, Maricopa, Pima, species’ known species’ known species’ known Pinal, and Yavapai Counties of AZ. range. range. range. Arizona eryngo AZ:S Occurs in riparian and marsh habitat – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Eryngium within pinyon-juniper-evergreen The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area sparganophyllum) forests. Found in Cochise and Pima is distant from is distant from is distant from Counties of AZ. known known known occurrences of this occurrences of this occurrences of this species (AZGFD species (AZGFD species (AZGFD 2018; New Mexico 2018; New Mexico 2018; New Mexico Rare Plant Rare Plant Rare Plant Technical Council Technical Council Technical Council 1999). 1999). 1999).
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Arizona Sonoran AZ:S Known to occur in desert scrub and – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. rosewood desert grasslands on canyon The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Vauquelinia bottoms, cliff bases, and moderate to is outside the is outside the is outside the californica ssp. steep slopes. In AZ, the species is species’ known species’ known species’ known sonorensis) found in the Ajo, Diablo, Mesquite, range. range. range. and Santa Rosa Mountains of Pima County and in the Sand Tank Mountains of Maricopa County. Bartram stonecrop AZ:S Occurs in shady, rocky outcrop – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Graptopetalum cracks in oak-grassland communities The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area bartramii) where moisture drips are common. is outside the is outside the is outside the Found in Cochise, Pima, and Santa species’ known species’ known species’ known Cruz Counties of AZ. range. range. range. Clifton rock daisy AZ:S Inhabits rock crevices and fissures – Potential to occur Unlikely to occur. Potential to occur (Perityle near permanent or intermittent water in the analysis The analysis area in the analysis ambrosiifolia) sources. Found in a small portion of area on BLM is outside the area on BLM Greenlee County, AZ, on cliffs lands. However, species’ known lands. However, overlooking Eagle Creek and San the project range. the project location Francisco River, some of which occur footprint is outside is outside of the within the analysis area (SEINet of the species’ species’ known 2019). known range. range. Dalhouse spleetwort AZ:S A high-elevation species (4,000– – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Asplenium 6,557 feet amsl) that inhabits shady, The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (=Ceterach) rocky ravines in moist soils. Found in is outside the is outside the is outside the dalhousiae) the Huachuca and Mule Mountains of species’ known species’ known species’ known Cochise County, Baboquivari range. range. range. Mountains of Pima County, AZ. Fish Creek fleabane AZ:S Occurs in wet, sandy canyon bottoms – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Erigeron piscaticus) near perennial streams. In AZ, the The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area species can be found in the Galiuro is outside the is outside the is outside the Mountains, Oak Grove Canyon, and species’ known species’ known species’ known Aravaipa Canyon in Graham County; range. range. range. Fish Creek Canyon and Superstition Mountains of Maricopa County; and in the Santa Catalina Mountains of Pima County. Gentry indigo bush AZ:S Inhabits disturbed areas and canyon – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Dalea bottoms on rocky terraces that The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area tentaculoides) receive occasional flooding. Found in is outside the is outside the is outside the Pima and Santa Cruz Counties of AZ. species’ known species’ known species’ known range. range. range.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Giant sedge AZ:S The largest sedge found in Arizona, – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Carex spissa) can be found near or in saturated The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area soils by mountain springs and is outside the is outside the is outside the streams. Occurs in the Cochise, species’ known species’ known species’ known eastern Pima, and Santa Cruz range. range. range. Counties of AZ. Huachuca golden AZ:S Occurs in altered, disturbed areas as – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. aster well as in open grasslands. Found The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Heterotheca rutteri) largely throughout eastern Santa is outside the is outside the is outside the Cruz County, AZ, with additional sites species’ known species’ known species’ known in southwestern Cochise County and range. range. range. southeastern Pima County. Huachuca milkvetch AZ:S Occurs in open, rocky slopes (no – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Astragalus greater than 30 percent) and are The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area hypoxylus) associated with oak-juniper forests is outside the is outside the is outside the with an elevational range of 5,300– species’ known species’ known species’ known 6,100 feet amsl. Found in the range. range. range. Huachuca Mountains (Cochise County) and Patagonia Mountains (Santa Cruz County) of AZ. Murphey agave AZ:S Found in central AZ in the counties of – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Agave murpheyi) Gila, Maricopa, Pinal, and Yavapai. The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area This plant can be found in parts of is outside the is outside the is distant from the southern AZ as people plant these species’ known species’ known known agaves in gardens and yards. Habitat range. range. occurrences of this requires well-drained soils. Favors species in western gentle slopes above major drainages Gila County, AZ. in desert scrub. Pima Indian mallow AZ:S Habitat consists of full sunlight – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Potential to occur. (Abutilon parishii) exposure at high elevations (1,720– The analysis area The analysis area Although the 4,900 feet amsl) in desert scrub. is outside the is outside the project location is Prefers rocky hillsides and ledges species’ known species’ known outside the range and canyon bottoms. In riparian range. range. of this species, the zones, the plant favors flat, rocky Lower Gila terraces. Also, can be found along analysis area is hiking trails. Found in Maricopa, within this species’ Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Gila, range and Graham, and Yavapai Counties of contains suitable AZ. habitat. Purple-spike AZ:S Found in mixed-oak forests near – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. coralroot moist environments (streambeds), The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Hexalectris usually beneath rocks or fallen trees. is outside the is outside the is outside the warnockii) Found in the Chiricahua, Huachuca, species’ known species’ known species’ known and Mule Mountains of Cochise range. range. range. County, AZ.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Round-leaf broom AZ:S Habitat includes exposed areas on – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. (Errazurizia rocky hilltops and ledges. Different The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area rotundata) soil types are a factor as the plant is outside the is outside the is outside the favors sandy soils in sandstone, species’ known species’ known species’ known gravelly soils in calcareous outcrops, range. range. range. and deep, alluvial features in sandstone breaks. Found in AZ in the Lower Colorado River drainage of Coconino and Navajo Counties. San Pedro River wild AZ:S Occurs in gravelly soils associated – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. buckwheat with creosote bush and acacia The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Eriogonum species and can be found in eroded, is outside the is outside the is outside the terrenatum) clay slopes and flats. Found only in species’ known species’ known species’ known Cochise and Pima Counties, AZ. range. range. range. Tumamoc AZ:S Found in Sonoran desert scrub, – Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. globeberry largely in the shade of a variety of The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area (Tumamoca nurse plants within hilly, sandy is outside the is outside the is outside the macdougalii) washes. Most common in Pima species’ known species’ known species’ known County, AZ, may also be found in range. range. range. Maricopa and Pinal Counties. White Mountains AZ:S A high-elevation plant (8,500–- – Unlikely to occur. – – paintbrush 9,500 feet amsl) that prefers The analysis area (Castilleja moderately drained sites within is outside the mogollonica) grassy meadows with flowing creeks. species’ known Found in the White Mountains, near range. Mount Baldy, Apache County, AZ. Heathleaf wild AZ:S Inhabits dry, gravelly to rocky slopes – Unlikely to occur. – – buckwheat of lacustrine, in mixed grasslands, The analysis area (Eriogonum chaparral and oak-woodlands. In AZ, is outside the ericifolium var. this species has been found in central species’ known ericifolium) Arizona near Heber (Coconino range. County) and in Verde Valley (Yavapai County). In 2002, this plant was observed in Pima County.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Wislizeni gentian AZ:S Habitat consists of pine-oak and – Unlikely to occur. – – (Gentianella mixed coniferous forests in open The San Francisco wislizeni) meadows and on partially shaded project location is slopes from 8,000–9,600 feet amsl. not within this Found in the Chiricahua Mountains species’ range. (Cochise County) and White The portion of the Mountains (Greenlee County) of AZ. San Francisco analysis area that is in the Apache- Sitgreaves National Forests (ASNF) is well below the elevational range of this species and is approximately 30 miles south of the nearest known occurrence of this species (Arizona Native Plant Society 2000). Arizona sneezeweed AZ:S Endemic to Arizona, occurring in – Unlikely to occur. – – (Helenium Apache, Coconino, Gila, and Navajo The project area arizonicum) Counites around ponds, lakes, and outside of the roadside ditches at elevations ranging species’ known from 6,000 to 8,000 feet amsl.. geographic and elevational range. Arizona sunflower AZ:S Occurs in open pine and juniper – Unlikely to occur. – – (Helianthus woodlands. Found in Coconino and The analysis area arizonensis) Navajo Counties, AZ. is outside the species’ known range. Eastwood alum root AZ:S Occurs on moist shaded slopes in – Unlikely to occur. – – (Heuchera ponderosa pine forests and canyons. The analysis area eastwoodiae) Found in central AZ in Coconino, is outside the Gila, Maricopa, and Yavapai species’ known Counties. range.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Arizona alum root AZ:S Inhabits mountainous regions on – Potential to occur – – (Heuchera shaded, rocky slopes near springs, within the portion glomerulata) streams, and riparian areas. In AZ, of the analysis this plant is found in Apache, area in Arizona Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, within the ASNF. and Navajo Counties. This species is known to occur within the ASNF, there are occurrence records within 6 miles (SEINet 2019), and the analysis area is within the range of this species and contains suitable habitat. This species was not observed during field surveys. Arizona phlox AZ:S Found in moist mountain meadows, – Unlikely to occur. – – (Phlox amabilis) prairies, open woods, and thickets. The analysis area Usually in limestone soils of is outside the ponderosa pine and mixed conifer species’ known forests. Occurs in the AZ counties of range. Coconino, Gila, Graham, Mohave, Navajo, and Yavapai. Arizona willow AZ:S Found along riverbanks, stream – Unlikely to occur. – – (Salix arizonica) banks, overflow channels, and seeps The analysis area in the White Mountains, Apache is outside the County, AZ. species’ known range. Bebb’s willow AZ:S Found along riverbanks, stream – Unlikely to occur, – – (Salix bebbiana) banks, overflow channels, and seeps. the portion of the In AZ, occurs along the North Rim of analysis area that the Grand Canyon, along the is in the ASNF lies Mogollon Rim in Apache, Coconino, approximately Gila, Graham, Greenlee, and Navajo 30 miles south of Counties, and in the Lukachukai the nearest known Mountains in Apache County. occurrence of this species (SEINet 2019).
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Arizona coralroot NM:S E Heavy leaf litter under the drip line of Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Hexalectris spicata the oaks, pines, and junipers. Canyon The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area var. arizonica) bottoms and wooded canyon sides is outside the is outside the is outside the most commonly over limestone. species’ known species’ known species’ known Known in Hidalgo and Sierra range. range. range. Counties. This extremely rare species has been collected once in the Gila National Forest, in the Black Range. Blumer’s dock NM:S Middle- to high-elevation (6,500– Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Rumex AZ:S 9,100 feet amsl) wetlands with moist, The analysis area The analysis area orthoneurus) organic soil adjacent to perennial is well below this is well below this springs or streams in canyons or species’ species’ meadow situations. Has been elevational range. elevational range. documented in Grant and Catron Counties on the GNF in NM; and probably occurs on all districts. Davidson’s cliff NM:S Moist rocky areas seem to be Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – carrot AZ:S important to this species. This The analysis area The portion of the (Pteryxia davidsonii) species has been documented to and project analysis area that occur on sheer cliffs; in rocky, damp, location area are occurs on the GNF drainages; and mountain sides. distant to the only is distant from the The species is known from Grant and known occurrence only known Catron Counties in NM and Greenlee record of this occurrence of this County in AZ. There is one pre-1970 species on the species on the record in the Gila National Forest GNF. GNF. The portion files, at 4,880 feet amsl in a gray of the analysis oak–dominated west-facing slope area that occurs adjacent to a tributary of Mangas on ASNF is well Creek. In AZ, it is known from below the Coconino County and from near elevational range Clifton in Greenlee County. of this species, and there are no occurrence records for this species within 3 miles of the analysis are in AZ (AZHGIS 2019).
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Gila thistle NM:S Moist areas along streams, drainage Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Cirsium gilense) AZ:S bottoms, or mountain meadows in The analysis area The analysis area montane coniferous forests at is well below the is well below the elevations above 7,000 feet amsl. elevational range elevational range Known only from Catron County, NM and does not and does not and Greenlee County, AZ. A post-fire contain suitable contain suitable study documented that this species habitat within habitat within was documented in 14 sites within montane montane the 2012 Whitewater Baldy Fire coniferous forests. coniferous forests. perimeter in the Mogollon Mountains Known locations Known locations (Roth 2016). within the GNF are within the GNF are Has occurrences in Grant and Catron approximately 20 approximately 10 Counties, NM (SEINet 2019), and in northwest of the east of the the White Mountains in AZ analysis area. analysis area. (New Mexico Rare Plants 1999). Goodding’s onion NM:S E Found in moist, shaded canyon Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Allium gooddingii) AZ:S bottoms in climax–mixed conifer and The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area aspen or spruce-fir forests and is well below the is well below the is well below the mountain meadows at elevations of elevational range elevational range elevational range 6,500–9,400 feet amsl, with some of this species and of this species and of this species and occurring above 10,000 feet amsl. does not contain does not contain does not contain On USFS lands they occur in mixed suitable mixed suitable mixed suitable mixed conifer and spruce fir zones. More conifer or spruce- conifer or spruce- conifer or spruce- than 90% of known localities occur in fir habitat. fir habitat. fir habitat. GNF and ASNF. Greene milkweed NM:S Yucca grasslands with scattered Potential to occur. Potential to occur. – – (Asclepias uncialis AZ:S juniper trees. No occurrence records The analysis area The analysis area ssp. uncialis) on the GNF. Two occurrence records is within the is within the north of Silver City on private lands in species’ range and species’ range and Grant County. This species is rare elevational range. elevational range. and is found in small populations but Species was not Species was not has a broad range. observed during observed during biological biological surveys. surveys.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Heartleaf groundsel NM:S Understory of late seral spruce-fir, Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Packera cardamine AZ:S typically at elevations of 7,870– Mixed conifer and Mixed conifer and [=Senecio 10,500 feet amsl. Occurs within the spruce-fir zones spruce-fir zones cardamine]) Mogollon Mountains of Catron are not present in are not present in County, NM, and the White the analysis area. the analysis area. Mountains, in AZ. There are nine The analysis area The analysis area occurrence records on the GNF. is well below the is well below the More specifically all records are east elevational range elevational range of the Silver Creek Divide, south of of this species. of this species. Bursum around the area of trail 182. Species has not been observed in AZ since 1987. Hess’ fleabane NM:S E Bedrock cracks in open areas in Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Erigeron hessii) upper montane to subalpine conifer The analysis area The analysis area The analysis area forests. All known populations are is well below the is well below the is well below the within the Gila Wilderness, area of elevational range elevational range elevational range White Water Baldy in Catron County. of this species, of this species, of this species, does not contain does not contain does not contain suitable conifer suitable conifer suitable conifer forest habitat, and forest habitat, and forest habitat, and is distant from is distant from is distant from known known known populations. populations. populations. Maguire’s NM:S Limestone cliffs in pinuon-juniper Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – beardtongue AZ:S woodlands. Not seen in NM in over This portion of the The nearest (Penstemon 100 years. In AZ, found in the Gila analysis area is known occurrence linariodes ssp. River Valley, Greenlee County. Only outside of the west of Metcalfe, maguirei) one extant population known in AZ, species’ current AZ is outside the west of the ghost town Metcalfe (now range. analysis area. under Morenci Mine), which is In addition, the threatened by mining. GNF and ASNF lands within this analysis area are below the elevational range of this species and are not known to currently support this species. There are no occurrence records for this species within 3 miles of the analysis area in AZ (AZHGIS 2019).
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Metcalfe’s NM:S Mixed conifer and spruce fir, all Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – penstemon stages. Thirteen occurrence records Analysis area is Analysis area is (Penstemon on GNF in remote areas. Known to distant from known distant from known metcalfei) occur in the Black Range (USFS species species 2013a). occurrences and occurrences and contains no contains no suitable mixed suitable mixed conifer and conifer and spruce-fir spruce-fir vegetation. vegetation. Metcalfe’s tick-trefoil NM:S Rocky slopes, in canyons, and in Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Desmodium ditches within oak/pinyon-juniper The analysis area The analysis area metcalfei) woodlands/grasslands at elevations is outside the is outside the from 4,000–6,500 feet amsl. Within species’ known species’ known NM, historically, in Grant and Sierra range. range. Counties in Cabello watershed. No recent occurrence records. Mogollon clover NM:S Riparian zones in mixed conifer Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Trifolium longipes AZ:S forest. High elevation between The analysis area The analysis area ssp. neurophyllum 6,500 and 9,000 feet amsl in is below species’ is below species’ [=T. neurophyllum]) permanently wet meadows along elevational range elevational range streams, and springs. Known from and does not and does not Catron County, NM; documented on contain montane contain montane the Black Range, Quemado, coniferous forest coniferous forest Glenwood, Wilderness, and Reserve habitat. habitat. Ranger Districts. Mogollon death NM:S Understory of upper montane and Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – camas subalpine coniferous forest at Outside species’ Outside species’ (Anticlea elevations from 8,700 to 10,500 feet range and range and mogollonensis amsl. Often found with Aspen. Most elevational range. elevational range. (=Zigadenus m.)) of its range within Gila Wilderness, around the area of White Water Baldy in Catron County. Mogollon hawkweed NM:S Understory plant in montane Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Hieracium AZ:S coniferous forest at elevations from Outside species’ Outside species’ brevipilum 8,200–10,500 feet amsl. Known in range and range and [=H. fendleri var. Catron County, NM and Apache elevational range elevational range mogollense]) County, AZ. No known occurrence and analysis area and analysis area records on the GNF. does not contain does not contain montane montane coniferous forest. coniferous forest.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Pinos Altos flame NM:S Madrean grassland, oak woodland, Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – flower pinyon-oak woodland or pinyon- The analysis area The analysis area (Talinum humile) juniper woodland at elevations from is outside the is outside the 5,000–6,000 feet amsl. Known from species’ known species’ known Grant and Hidalgo Counties in NM, range. range. and from Santa Cruz County in AZ. Six occurrence records on GNF. Cherry Creek, Beartooth drainages on the Silver City Ranger District; and Noonday drainage on the Wilderness Ranger District. Porsild’s starwort NM:S Mixed conifer and aspen forests at Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Stellaria porsildii) elevations from 7,000 to 8,200 feet Analysis area is Analysis area is amsl. Known from Pinos Altos well below well below Mountains of NM, Grant County. species’ species’ On GNF, occurs just below Signal elevational range elevational range Peak on a western-facing slope. and does not and does not contain suitable contain suitable mixed conifer and mixed conifer and aspen habitat. aspen habitat. Rusby hawkweed NM:S Mixed Conifer Forest at elevations Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Hieracium above 8,000 feet amsl. Associated Analysis area is Analysis area is abscissum genera and species include Pinus well below well below (= H. rusbyi)) (pine), Alnus (alder), Quercus spp. species’ species’ (oak), and alligator juniper (Juniperus elevational range elevational range deppeana). Occurrence records are and does not and does not all on D2, one record in Wilderness contain suitable contain suitable and one record outside (around Hoyt mixed conifer and mixed conifer and Creek and Indian Creek). Known from aspen habitat. aspen habitat. Sierra and Catron Counties. Villous groundcover NM:S Pine forest on slopes, benches, and Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – milkvetch AZ:S ledges at elevations from 7,250– Analysis area is Analysis area is (Astragalus 8,150 feet amsl. along vegetated road well below well below humistratus var. banks. Occurrence records from species’ species’ crispulus) Quemado Ranger District, and private elevational range. elevational range. land adjacent to Quemado Ranger District in Catron County. No other occurrence records on Gila National Forest. This species is known to occur within the ASNF.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Wooton’s hawthorn NM:S Canyon bottoms and forest Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Crategus understory in lower montane Analysis area is Analysis area is wootoniana) coniferous forest; in Catron, Grand, well below well below and Lincoln Counties in NM at species’ species’ elevations from 6,500–8,000 feet elevational range elevational range amsl.(BLM 2017a). and contains no and contains no suitable montane suitable montane coniferous forest. coniferous forest. Wright’s dogweed NM:S Drainages within pinyon-juniper Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – – (Adenophyllum woodlands (sandy/silty soils) at Analysis area is Analysis area is wrightii var. wrightii) elevations from 7,000–7,200 feet well below well below amsl. Known from Pinos Altos Range; species’ species’ Grant County. Three occurrence elevational range. elevational range. records on GNF from Wilderness Ranger District and Silver City Ranger District. Yellow lady’s-slipper NM:S E Mid- to high-elevation riparian (50 to Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. – (Cypripedium AZ:S 100 yards from water in nearly full Project area is Project area is Project area is parviflorum var. sunlight). Found near seeps, fir, below the below the below the pubescens) aspen, and pine forests in full elevational range elevational range elevational range (=C. calceolus var. sunlight. Mesic slopes up to of this species and of this species and of this species and pubescens; C. 60 degrees. Occurrence records for does not contain does not contain does not contain pubescens) Grant County within the Gila suitable habitat. In suitable habitat. In suitable habitat. In Wilderness, on Little Creek and Little addition, there are addition, there are addition, there are Turkey Creek. Not documented no occurrence no occurrence no occurrence outside of Gila Wilderness. This records for this records for this records for this species occurs at elevations ranging species within the species within the species within the from 6,000 to 9,560 feet amsl. in high vicinity of the vicinity of the vicinity of the elevation riparian scrub, woodland, analysis area analysis area analysis area and wet meadows. It occurs in mesic (AZGFD 2019a; (AZGFD 2019a; (AZGFD 2019a; deciduous and coniferous forests USFS 2014). USFS 2014). USFS 2014). (AZGFD 2005b). Many-stem spider- E Found in the margins of moist, slightly Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. Unlikely to occur. - flower saline depressions, such as alkali Analysis area is Analysis area is Analysis area is (Cleome multicaulis sinks, alkaline meadows, and old lake outside species’ outside species’ outside species’ [Peritoma beds. range. range. range. multicaulis]) Known from Grant and Hidalgo Counties.
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Status* Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley Lower Gila River NM River Wilcox’s pincushion E Arid environments with hot summers Potential to occur. Unlikely to occur. Potential to occur. – (Mammillaria wrightii and cold winters (often snow- The project area is The project area is The project area is var. wilcoxii) covered) between 2,300 and within the species’ outside the within the species’ 7,550 feet amsl. Known from Grant range and species’ range. range and and Hidalgo Counties in NM. elevational range. elevational range. Species was not Species was not observed during observed during biological biological surveys. surveys. Sources: Except where otherwise noted, habitat and range information for plant species is taken from New Mexico Rare Plant Technical Council (1999); AZGFD (2019a); and NatureServe (2019). * Species listed as BLM are only addressed on BLM lands; species listed as USFS are only addressed on USFS lands; State of New Mexico lands are addressed within New Mexico; and USFWS listed species are addressed wherever they have the potential to occur. Status: BLM: AZ:S = Sensitive Species listed for Gila District Office, Arizona (BLM 2017a) NM:S = Sensitive Species listed for Las Cruces Field Office, New Mexico (BLM 2018a; 2018b) USFS (from USFS 2013a, 2013b): AZ:S = Sensitive Species listed for Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (ASNF) in Arizona NM:S = Sensitive Species listed for Gila National Forest (GNF) in New Mexico State of NM: and USFWS: C = Candidate E = Endangered EXPN = Experimental population, nonessential T = Threatened
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Table E-2. BLM, USFS, State of New Mexico, and USFWS Special Status Wildlife Species
Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Amphibians Arizona toad NM:S Closed chaparral, mixed broadleaf Known to occur Potential to Potential to Known to occur (Anaxyrus AZ:S riparian, cottonwood-willow riparian, and occur occur (BLM 2019b). microscaphus) mesquite bosque at elevations from approximately 6,000–9,000 feet above mean sea level (amsl). Occurs as a fairly common species in southwest NM. In AZ, occurs in the east-central portion of the state within canyons and floodplains of Gila, Graham, and Greenlee Counties. This species was observed within the Upper Gila analysis area along the Gila River on transect GRT-004 during the herpetological species-specific surveys (SWCA 2019). Chiricahua leopard T w/ Headwater streams, springs, and Known to occur Known to occur Unlikely to Unlikely to frog Critical livestock tanks at elevations from 3,281– occur. occur. (Rana Habitat 8,890 feet amsl. An important The analysis The analysis chiricahuensis) characteristic of habitat is that it be free area does not area is outside of or have low levels of nonnative analysis area is the known species including nonnative fish, outside the species’ range crayfish, bull frogs (Lithobates known species’ (USFWS catesbeianus), and barred tiger range (USFWS 2006a). salamanders (Ambystoma mavortium). 2019b). Occurs in Catron, Grant, Hidalgo, Luna, Sierra, and Socorro Counties in NM. In AZ, occurs in the central and southeastern portion of the state in various mountain ranges. Great Plains AZ:S In AZ, this species occurs in the south- Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to narrow-mouthed central portion of the state as a valley occur. occur. occur. occur. toad bottom species in the Sonoran Desert The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis (Gastrophryne but can also be found in hilly terrain of area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside olivacea) mesquite/grassland communities in the the known the known the known the known Pajarito/Atascosa complex. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Lowland leopard AZ:S NM:S E This species is normally found at Potential to Unlikely to Potential to Known to occur frog AZ:S elevations below 4,920 feet amsl in small occur occur. occur (BLM 2019b) (Rana to medium-sized streams and The analysis yavapaiensis) occasionally in small ponds (Jennings area is outside 1987; Platz and Frost 1984). They often the known concentrate near deep pools in species’ range. association with root masses of large riparian trees. In NM, this species inhabits riparian areas in areas of grasslands, chaparral, and evergreen woodlands (Jennings 1987). Lowland leopard frogs are a rare species on Gila National Forest. The species is considered very rare and perhaps extirpated in New Mexico (NMDGF 2018).1The species historically occurred along Gila River near Cliff-Gila and Virden; however, the last known observation was 8/16/1977. In AZ, this species is generally restricted to human- made and natural permanent waters located below 4,800 feet amsl, within surrounding desertscrub, semidesert grassland, or oak woodland (Sredl et al. 1997; Stebbins 2003). Northern leopard AZ:S AZ:S Ponds, streams, and other permanent – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to frog water sources at elevations ranging from occur. occur. occur. (Lithobates pipiens) 3,500–11,000 feet amsl. Species was The analysis The analysis The analysis present in southern NM but is now area is outside area is outside area is outside extirpated from the area. In AZ, found in the known the known the known grassland, brush, woodland, and forest species’ range species’ range. species’ range. at 2,640–9,155 feet amsl in the northern (Brennan 2019). and central parts of the state. Usually found in permanent waters with rooted aquatic vegetation; also frequents ponds, canals, marshes, springs, and streams. May forage far from water. Occurs in Gila, Graham, and Greenlee Counties.
1 Dr. Randy Jennings, e-mail to Matt McMillan, Scientist, SWCA, regarding the lowland leopard frog, February 25, 2015.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Plains leopard frog AZ:S Isolated population in southeastern AZ – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Lithobates blairi) (including south-central Graham County); occur. occur. occur. western side of Chiricahua Mountains The analysis The analysis The analysis (Turkey Creek, etc.) and adjoining area is outside area is outside area is outside Sulphur Springs Valley. Found in an the known the known the known elevational range of 4,060–5,880 feet species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. amsl around human-made and natural aquatic features as streams, ponds, reservoirs, or irrigation ditches in prairie and desert grasslands, but also can be found in woodland and farmland. May range into terrestrial habitat near water during wet weather. Sonoran Desert T Chaparral, desert grassland, mesquite Unlikely to Unlikely to Potential to – toad bosque, and cottonwood-willow habitats. occur. occur. occur (Incilius alvarius) Often with mesquite, creosotebush, and The analysis The analysis other shrubs, forbs, and grasses at area is outside area is outside elevations around 5,000 feet amsl. the known the known Occurs in Hidalgo County, NM, along the species’ range. species’ range. AZ border east to the Animas Mountains Sonoran green toad AZ:S Found in Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, and – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Anaxyrus Yuma Counties of south-central Arizona occur. occur. occur. retiformis) near rain pools, wash bottoms, and water The analysis The analysis The analysis in mesquite grassland and upland area is outside area is outside area is outside saguaro-paloverde desert scrub habitat. the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Birds Abert’s towhee NM:S T Thickets of seepwillow (Baccharis Known to occur Unlikely to Known to occur – (Melozone aberti) glutinosa) and other riparian habitats in with year-round occur. with year-round its NM range (Hubbard 1985). This habitat (eBird The analysis habitat (eBird species occurs in the Gila Valley and in 2019). area is outside 2019). the San Simon Cienega area in Hidalgo the known County (Hubbard 1985). The northern species’ range limits for the species along the Gila are in and does not the vicinity of Mogollon Creek (Grant contain County), and the reach from there to the appropriate AZ border is the key habitat area for the habitat. species in the state. In AZ, the species occurs in Gila, Graham, and Greenlee Counties. Favors habitat of thick vegetation with partial shade along desert riverbeds with cottonwoods, willows, or mesquite trees.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River American peregrine AZ:S NM:S T Nests on cliffs, canyon walls, and rock Known to occur Potential to Known to occur Known to occur falcon AZ:S spires in desertscrub, pinyon-juniper with year-round occur with year-round (BLM 2019b). (Falco peregrinus woodland, or ponderosa pine and mixed habitat (eBird habitat (eBird anatum) conifer forest. Often nests near water. 2019). 2019). In NM, the American subspecies, F.p. anatum, breeds locally in mountain areas and migrates essentially statewide. In AZ, the species occurs in forested habitats near sheer cliffs, particularly next to riparian forests throughout much of the northern and eastern parts of the state. Arctic peregrine T The species occurs in the lower Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – falcon 48 states during winter. Wintering habitat occur. occur. occur. (Falco peregrinus can vary but is typically in areas that The analysis The analysis The analysis tundrius) expose and make concentrations of prey area is outside area is outside area is outside vulnerable such as streams, ponds, the known the known the known marshes, meadows, agricultural fields, species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. lakes, and reservoirs. The subspecies is not well studied and is considered by some to be the same species as F.p. anatum. Arctic peregrine falcon has not been documented in New Mexico (eBird 2019). Arizona Bell's vireo NM:S NM:S T Arizona Bell’s vireo is a subspecies of Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur – (Vireo bellii Bell’s vireo. Habitat includes dense with breeding with breeding with breeding arizonae) / shrublands or woodland along lowland habitat. habitat (eBird) habitat (eBird). Bell’s vireo streams with willows, mesquite, and (Vireo bellii) seep willow. Summers in southern New Mexico. Arizona Botteri’s NM:S This sparrow is a grassland specialist Potential to Unlikely to to occur with Potential to sparrow AZ:S often associated with taller grasses in occur with year- occur. year-round occur with year- (Peucaea botterii AZ. While they often breed in sacaton round habitat The analysis habitat round habitat arizonae) / Botteri's bottoms, they nest in upland grasslands area does not (BLM 2019b) sparrow interspersed with scattered low shrubs contain (Peucaea botterii) and cacti; in addition, nests have been appropriate observed in rolling grasslands with open habitat. stands of evergreen oaks. In AZ, this bird typically breeds in the southern portion of Pima and Cochise Counties.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Arizona NM:S E Habitat includes areas of relatively lush Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to grasshopper AZ:S grasses, grasslands, weed patches and occur. occur. occur. occur. sparrow agricultural areas. Occurs in summer in The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis (Ammodramus the southern Animas Valley and the area does not area does not area does not area does not savannarum) western Playas Valley in NM. contain contain contain contain The species occurs in desert grasslands appropriate appropriate appropriate appropriate of Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz habitat. habitat. habitat. habitat. Counties of southern Arizona Baird's sparrow NM:S AZ:S T Wintering habitat includes desert Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Ammodramus grasslands, prairies, and mountain occur. occur. occur. occur. bairdii) meadows. Occurs in southwest NM The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis during winter. Species only winters in AZ area does not area does not area does not area does not in dense, tall stands of grass, usually in contain contain contain contain extensive expanses of grasslands with appropriate appropriate appropriate appropriate few mesquite bushes in the far habitat. habitat. habitat. habitat. southeastern portion of the state. Bald eagle AZ:S NM:S T Found near lakes, reservoirs, and Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Potential to (Haliaeetus AZ:S perennial rivers in desert riparian with with with occur with leucocephalus)* corridors and pinyon-juniper and nonbreeding nonbreeding nonbreeding nonbreeding ponderosa pine forests. Breeding is habitat (eBird habitat (eBird habitat (eBird habitat (BLM restricted to a few areas mainly in the 2019). 2019). 2019). 2019b). northern part of the state along or near lakes and occurs in NM year-round. In AZ, occurs in riparian forest with mature cottonwoods, occasionally coniferous forest. Areas with high water-to-land edge, rock ledges, cliffs, and large trees. Bendire's thrasher NM:S Breeding and wintering habitat occur in Potential to Unlikely to Potential to -- (Toxostoma desert areas from sea level to 5,900 feet occur with year- occur. occur with year- bendirei) amsl. Species favors open grasslands, round habitat The analysis round habitat shrublands, or woodlands with scattered area does not shrubs or trees, not found in dense contain vegetation. Species occurs in central and appropriate western NM year-round. habitat. Broad-billed T Preferred habitat is usually riparian Potential to Potential to Potential to -- hummingbird woodlands from 2,800–5,500 feet amsl; occur with occur with occur with (Cynanthus typical plant species include cottonwood, breeding habitat breeding habitat breeding habitat latirostris) sycamore, Arizona white oak, and netleaf hackberry. Occurs along the Rio Grande River and in southwest Hidalgo County, NM.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Brown pelican E Habitat is typically costal environments. Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to -- (Pelecanus Rare inland to large bodies of water in occur. occur. occur. occidentalis) NM. The analysis The analysis The analysis area does not area does not area does not contain contain contain appropriate appropriate appropriate habitat and is habitat and is habitat and is outside the outside the outside the known species’ known species’ known species’ range. range. range. Buff-collared E Habitat includes arid areas thickly Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – nightjar vegetated with short trees and shrubs, occur. occur. occur. (Antrostomus often in ravines, washes, and rocky The analysis The analysis The analysis ridgwayi) canyons. Occurs in extreme southwest area does not area does not area does not NM in Hidalgo and Doña Ana Counties. contain contain contain appropriate appropriate appropriate habitat and is habitat and is habitat and is outside the outside the outside the known species’ known species’ known species’ range. range. range. Cactus ferruginous AZ:S The species occurs within cottonwoods, – Unlikely to – Unlikely to pygmy-owl willows, and mesquite bosques near occur. occur. (Glaucidium streamside in the south-central portion of The analysis The analysis brasilianum AZ. area is outside area is outside cactorum) the known the known species’ range. species’ range. California black rail AZ:S Restricted to wetlands with shallow, – Unlikely to – Unlikely to (Laterallus stable water levels, gently sloping occur. occur. jamaicensis shorelines, and vegetation dominated by The analysis The analysis coturniculus) dense, fine-stemmed emergent plants. area is outside area is outside Found in southwestern AZ in isolated the known the known populations. species’ range. species’ range. Chestnut-collared NM:S Non-breeding habitat consists of short- Potential to – Potential to – longspur grass prairie and desert grasslands occur with occur with (Calcarius ornatus) dominated by low grasses and forbs. nonbreeding nonbreeding Species occurs throughout NM but is habitat habitat only present during non-breeding season.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Common black NM:S T Strongly tied to cottonwood gallery Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur – hawk forests. Occurs in NM almost exclusively with breeding with breeding with breeding (Buteogallus during the breeding season and in habitat (eBird habitat (eBird habitat (eBird anthracinus) migration. Breeding populations known 2019). 2019). 2019). chiefly from the Gila River valley in the southwestern portion of the state and from along the Mimbres River and the Rio Hondo watershed. Common ground- NM:S E Feeds exclusively on the ground in Known to occur Potential to Known to occur – dove sparsely vegetated areas. Associated with year-round occur with year- with year-round (Columbina with shrubby riparian habitat or riparian habitat (eBird round habitat habitat (eBird passerina) woodland edges at elevations below 2019). 2019). 5,400 feet amsl. Also occurs in desert scrub dominated by mesquite and prickly pear. In southern New Mexico the species is found in riparian areas. Costa’s NM:S T Mexican Highlands-Shrub Steppe. This Potential to Potential to Potential to – hummingbird species occurs in spring and early occur with occur with occur with (Calypte costae) summer in Guadalupe Canyon (Hidalgo breeding habitat breeding habitat breeding habitat County), which is the key habitat area in the state (Baltosser and Scott 1996). Vagrants have been recorded northward and eastward to the Rodeo area (Hidalgo County). Desert purple AZ:S A migratory bird that resides in AZ for the – Unlikely to – Potential to martin breeding season from May through occur. This occur in the (Progne subis September. The subspecies uses analysis area is westernmost hesperia) saguaro in AZ and Mexico, rock crevices outside the portion of the in Gulf of Mexico islands, and sandstone range of the analysis area cliffs in Baja California (Wiggins 2005). saguaro cactus, with breeding which this habitat. subspecies uses as a nest plant. Elegant trogon E Habitat ranges from arid shrublands to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Trogon elegans) pine-oak woodland. In the United States occur. occur. occur. the species is largely confined to The analysis The analysis The analysis broadleaf woodlands in montane area does not area does not area does not canyons. Occurs rarely and irregularly in contain contain contain southwest NM. appropriate appropriate appropriate habitat and is habitat and is habitat and is outside the outside the outside the known species’ known species’ known species’ range. range. range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Ferruginous hawk AZ:S The species breeds in the northern – Potential to – Potential to (Buteo regalis) portion of AZ on the Colorado Plateau. occur with occur with Non-breeding season (September wintering habitat wintering habitat through April), the species can be observed in all parts of the state. Preferred habitat of agricultural fields and native grasslands. Gila woodpecker NM:S T In NM, it is confined to lower elevational Known to occur Unlikely to Known to occur - (Melanerpes woodlands, especially those dominated with year-round occur. with year-round uropygialis) by cottonwoods (Populus fremontii), habitat (eBird The project area habitat (eBird along stream courses. It is resident in the 2019). and vicinity are 2019). Gila Valley (northeast to Mogollon Creek outside the in Grant County) and in Guadalupe known species’ Canyon (Hidalgo County), which are key range. habitat areas for it in the state. Gilded flicker AZ:S Found mainly throughout the – Potential to – Known to occur (Colaptes southwestern portion of AZ, but range occur with year- with year-round chrysoides) can extend eastward into parts of Gila round habitat. habitat (eBird and Graham Counties. Common in the 2019). Sonoran Desert where it favors saguaro cavities for nesting. Can be found in cottonwoods and other trees along rivers and streams at lower elevations. Golden eagle AZ:S Species occurs in open and semi-open Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Aguila chrysaetos)* habitats including tundra, shrublands, with year-round with year-round with year-round with year-round grasslands, woodland-brushlands, habitat (eBird habitat (eBird habitat (eBird habitat (eBird coniferous forests, farmlands, and 2019). 2019). 2019). 2019). riparian from sea level to 11,909 feet amsl. Occurs year-round throughout NM. In AZ, the species can be found in mountainous habitats, open country, and in the desert. Gould's wild turkey T Species occurs in Douglas fir, ponderosa Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Meleagris pine, larch/white pine, lodgepole pine, occur. occur. occur. gallopavo spruce-fir, aspen, chaparral, and pinyon- The analysis The analysis The analysis mexicana) juniper forest types. In NM, occurs in the area is outside area is outside area is outside Animas and Peloncillo Mountains of the known the known the known Hidalgo County. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Gray catbird AZ:S Prefer forests and forest edges with – Unlikely to – Unlikely to (Dumetella dense vegetation. Range in AZ is near occur. occur. carolinensis) the AZ/NM border from Apache County The analysis The analysis on southward to Cochise County. area is outside area does not the known contain species’ range. appropriate habitat and is outside the known species’ range. Gray vireo NM:S T Species strongly associated with pinyon- Potential to Potential to Unlikely to – (Vireo vicinior) juniper and scrub oak habitats. Prefers occur with occur with occur. gently sloped canyons, rocky outcrops, breeding habitat breeding habitat The analysis ridgetops, and moderate scrub cover. area does not Distributed mainly across the western contain two-thirds of NM. appropriate habitat. Least tern E E Habitat includes sandy beaches, Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Known to occur (Sternula sandbars, gravel pits, or exposed flats occur. occur. occur. (eBird 2019) and antillarum) along shorelines of inland rivers, lakes, The analysis The analysis The analysis analysis area reservoirs, and drainage systems. In the area is outside area is outside area is outside contains western United States the species the known the known the known migrating occurs along the pacific coast and is species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. habitat. considered transient inland. Le Conte’s thrasher AZ:S Desert scrub, mesquite, chaparral, and – Unlikely to – Unlikely to (Toxostoma riparian zones are the preferred habitat. occur. The occur. lecontei) Populations are generally located analysis area is The analysis throughout the southwestern portion of outside the area is outside AZ. known species’ the known range. species’ range. Lucifer T Preferred habitat is on slopes and Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – hummingbird adjacent canyons in arid montane areas, occur. occur. occur. (Calothorax lucifer) especially with flowering species such as The analysis The analysis The analysis agaves, ocotillo, and chaparral-type area does not area does not area does not plants; also occurs in more desert-like contain contain contain areas. Occurs in the Peloncillo appropriate appropriate appropriate Mountains, in canyons near Rodeo, as habitat and is habitat and is habitat and is well as in portions of Guadalupe Canyon; outside the outside the outside the species does not winter in NM. known species’ known species’ known species’ range. range. range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River McCown's longspur NM:S Non-breeding habitat consists of open Unlikely to – Unlikely to – (Calcarius habitats with sparse vegetation such as occur. occur. mccownii) shortgrass prairie, overgrazed pastures, The project area The project area plowed fields, and dry lake beds. does not contain does not contain Migratory habitat similar to non-breeding. appropriate appropriate Species occurs throughout NM; Species habitat. habitat. is present in extreme southeast NM during non-breeding season, otherwise the species is a migrant through the state. Mexican spotted T Found in mature montane forests and Unlikely to Potential to Unlikely to Unlikely to owl woodlands and steep, shady, wooded occur. occur. occur. occur. (Strix occidentalis canyons. Can also be found in mixed- The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis lucida) conifer and pine-oak vegetation types. area does not area contains area is outside area is outside Generally, nests in older forests of mixed contain designated species’ species’ conifers or ponderosa pine–Gambel oak appropriate critical habitat elevational elevational (Quercus gambelii). Nests in live trees on habitat. (Unit UGM-7) for range and does range and does natural platforms (e.g., dwarf mistletoe this species not contain not contain [Arceuthobium spp.] brooms), snags, and appropriate appropriate canyon walls at elevations between habitat. habitat. 4,100 and 9,000 feet amsl. Mexican whip-poor- NM:S Breeding habitat consists of pine-oak Unlikely to – Unlikely to – will woodland from about 5,480–6,500 feet occur. occur. (Antrostomus amsl between oak woodland below and The analysis The project area arizonae) ponderosa pine forest above. Species area does not is outside present year-round. contain species’ appropriate elevational habitat. range. Neotropic T Species occurs near or in water with fish Known to occur Known to occur Potential to – cormorant present. Occurs along the Rio Grande with breeding with breeding occur with (Phalacrocorax River and at ponds or lakes around NM. habitat (eBird habitat (eBird breeding habitat brasilianus) Species nests near or over water in 2019). 2019). (eBird 2019). vegetation such as dead snags or trees.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Northern aplomado E E/EXPN Habitat includes semi-desert grassland Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to falcon or riparian associations with scattered occur. occur. occur. occur. (Falco femoralis trees and shrubs, with elevations from The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis septentrionalis) 3,300-4,900 feet amsl. Historically area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside occurred throughout NM; since a nest the species’ the species’ the species’ the species’ was discovered in 1952, the species has known range. known range. known range. known range. been only accidental in NM. Prior to 1890, the species was common during the summer months in southeastern AZ; however, since that time, the species is largely extirpated in the state with the exception of two credible observations since 1910. Northern beardless- E Habitat is typically at low elevations in Known to occur Unlikely to Potential to – tyrannulet dense stands of mesquite along stream with potential occur. occur with (Camptostoma courses. In NM, occurs in Guadalupe migrant and The analysis migrating and imberbe) Canyon in Hidalgo County and a vagrant breeding habitat area does not breeding habitat. was seen near Redrock in NM. outside the contain direct impacts appropriate analysis area habitat and is (eBird 2019). outside the known species’ range. Northern goshawk AZ:S NM:S Occupies a wide variety of forest types Unlikely to Potential to – Unlikely to (Accipiter gentilis) AZ:S including deciduous, coniferous, and occur. occur with year- occur. mixed forests. Typically nests in mature The analysis round habitat The analysis or old-growth forests, commonly in area is outside area is outside ponderosa pine. the known the known species’ range species’ range and does not and does not contain contain appropriate appropriate habitat. habitat. Pinyon jay NM:S Habitat is typically in the Upper Sonoran Potential to Potential to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Gymnorhinus AZ:S and Lower Transition zone habitat types occur with year- occur with year- occur. occur. cyanocephalus) in the foothills and mid-elevations. round habitat round habitat The analysis The analysis Pinyon-juniper woodland is used most area is outside area is outside often but flocks have also bred in species’ species’ sagebrush, scrub oak, and chaparral elevational elevational communities. Species occurs in central range. range. and northern NM and is present year- round in the state. In AZ, occurrences of the species are across the northern half of the state, extending as far south as Greenlee County.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Southwestern E E w/ Found in dense riparian habitats along Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur willow flycatcher Critical streams, rivers, and other wetlands with breeding with breeding with breeding with breeding (Empidonax traillii Habitat where cottonwood (Populus sp.), willow habitat habitat habitat habitat extimus) (Salix sp.), saltcedar (Tamarix sp.), and Russian olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia) are present. Nests are found in thickets of trees and shrubs, primarily those that are 13–23 feet tall, among dense, homogeneous foliage. Habitat occurs at elevations below 8,500 feet amsl. In NM, is known to breed only along the Gila River and the Rio Grande, and their tributaries. Associated with moist riparian areas throughout the year. The species is only in AZ and NM during the breeding season from May through August. Sprague's pipit NM:S Species occurs in shortgrass prairies as Potential to – Potential to – (Anthus spragueii) well as overgrazed areas and agricultural occur outside of occur with fields. Occurs throughout NM in winter. direct impacts wintering habitat area with wintering habitat Thick-billed kingbird E Preferred habitat is riparian areas with Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Tyrannus sycamore and occasionally in some occur. occur. occur. crassirostris) cottonwood-willow gallery forests. In NM, The analysis The analysis The analysis occurs regularly in Guadalupe Canyon; area is outside area is outside area is outside other records of this species from the known the known the known Antelope Wells and in the foothills of the species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Animas Mountains. Varied bunting T Habitat includes dense stands of Known to occur Unlikely to Potential to – (Passerina mesquite and associated growth in with breeding occur. occur with versicolor) canyon bottoms. In NM, occurs in habitat (eBird The analysis breeding habitat summer in Guadalupe Canyon and 2019). area is outside Carlsbad Canyon National Park. the known species’ range. Violet-crowned T Habitat in Guadalupe Canyon consists of Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – hummingbird woodlands with cottonwoods, occur. occur. occur. (Amazilia violiceps) sycamores, Arizona white oak, and The analysis The analysis The analysis netleaf hackberry. Occurs regularly in area is outside area is outside area is outside Guadalupe Canyon in Hidalgo County, the known the known the known vagrant records elsewhere in NM. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Virginia's warbler NM:S Breeding habitat consists of pinyon- Known to occur – Known to occur (Vermivora juniper, oak woodlands, and mixed- with breeding with breeding virginiae) conifer forests with scrubby vegetation habitat (eBird habitat (eBird also present. Habitat in migration 2019). 2019). includes a wide array of habitats from urban areas to riparian corridors. Species occurs throughout NM but is only present during migration and breeding season. Western burrowing NM:S NM:S Live in flat, open, treeless areas with low, Unlikely to Unlikely to Potential to Potential to owl AZ:S AZ:S sparse vegetation, usually on gently occur. occur. occur with year- occur with year- (Athene cunicularia) sloping terrain. The owls can be found in The analysis The project area round habitat round habitat grasslands, deserts, and steppe area does not and vicinity does environments; on golf courses, pastures, contain not contain agricultural fields, airport medians, and appropriate appropriate road embankments; in cemeteries and habitat. habitat. urban vacant lots. Present mainly during the breeding season in the northern half of AZ and NM and present year-round in the southern half of these states. Yellow-billed T w/ This species is found throughout the Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur cuckoo Proposed United States; however, they are with breeding with breeding with breeding with breeding (Coccyzus Critical decreasing in the West. This species habitat habitat habitat habitat americanus) Habitat occurs in dense riparian areas and is associated most commonly with woodland habitats or other native forests. Nests preferentially in large patches of moist cottonwood-willow woodland with high canopy closure. A migratory bird that arrives in AZ and NM to start nesting activities before the monsoonal rains begin. The highest concentrations in AZ are along the Agua Fria, San Pedro, upper Santa Cruz, and Verde River drainages and Cienega and Sonoita Creeks. High concentrations in NM occur in the Cliff-Gila valley. Winters south of the Mexican border. Whiskered screech- T Habitat is typically dense, montane Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – owl woodlands dominated by Arizona, occur. occur. occur. (Megascops silverleaf, and other evergreen oaks; The analysis The analysis The analysis trichopsis) occasionally with an overstory of area does not area does not area does not Chihuahua or other pines. In NM, occurs contain contain contain in southern Hidalgo County. appropriate appropriate appropriate habitat. habitat. habitat.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River White-eared NM:S T This species occurs as a transient in Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – hummingbird desert scrub/rocky slopes, juniper occur. occur. occur. (Hylocharis Savannah, pinon/juniper woodland, and The analysis The analysis The analysis leucotis) Ponderosa/oak forests near Montane area is outside area is outside area is outside regions. This species may breed within the known the known the known New Mexico but has only been verified species’ range species’ range species’ range as a migrant. and does not and does not and does not contain contain contain appropriate appropriate appropriate habitat. habitat. habitat. Yellow-eyed junco T Habitat includes forests and nearby pine- Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Junco phaeonotus) oak woodland. In NM, this species occur. occur. occur. occurs regularly only in the Animas The analysis The analysis The analysis Mountains in Hidalgo County. Reports area does not area does not area does not farther north are unsubstantiated and contain contain contain unlikely (i.e., in the Pinos Altos appropriate appropriate appropriate Mountains) habitat and is habitat and is habitat and is outside the outside the outside the known species’ known species’ known species’ range. range. range. Fish Apache trout T Habitat preference are cool, clear, high- Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Oncorhynchus elevation streams and rivers. Large occur. occur. occur. occur. apache) individuals live in pools, while smaller The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis ones remain near obstructions or below area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside overhanging trees or brush in runs and the known the known the known the known riffles. Found mainly in elevations higher species’ range species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. than 5,700 feet amsl. Native to the (USFWS 2009). headwaters of the Little Colorado, Black, and White Rivers in east-central AZ. Beautiful shiner T Species native to the Rio Yaqui Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Cyprinella drainage, only found at the San occur. occur. occur. occur. formosa) Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge in The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis AZ. Habitat includes small to medium area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside streams with sand, gravel, and rock the known the known the known the known bottoms below 4,500 feet amsl. species’ range species’ range species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Bluehead sucker AZ;S Occurs in headwater streams to large – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Catostomus rivers. Depending on the clarity of the occur. occur. occur. discobolus) water, the species prefers deep pools in The analysis The analysis The analysis the day when the water is clear and area is outside area is outside area is outside shallow pools when turbidity is high. the known the known the known At night, the species favors to be near species’ range species’ range. species’ range. shorelines or hard-bottomed sites for (USFWS feeding. Generally found at 2,000– 2006b). 6,800 feet amsl and within the Colorado River and its tributaries. Chihuahua chub E T Occurs only in reaches of the Mimbres Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Gila nigrescens) River in NM. Prefers deep pools occur. occur. occur. occur. bordered by undercut banks or The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis containing downed trees and other cover area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside adjacent to rapid velocity water. Chubs the known the known the known the known also require deep pools with sand or species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. gravel bottoms for spawning. Desert pupfish E Found in shallow waters of desert Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Cyprinodon springs, small streams, and marshes at occur. occur. occur. occur. macularius) elevations below 5,000 feet amsl. One The analysis The analysis The analysis The species may natural population still occurs in area is outside area is outside area is outside be reintroduced Quitobaquito Spring and Quitobaquito the known the known the known in Mud Spring Pond in Pima County, and species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. (0.82 miles from reintroductions have been made in Pima, the analysis Pinal, Maricopa, Graham, Cochise, area), however, La Paz, and Yavapai Counties in AZ there is no (USFWS 2010). perennial water source connecting Mud Springs and the Gila River, making it unlikely this species would occur in the analysis area. There are no plans to reintroduce this species into the analysis area.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Desert sucker NM:S NM:S Adult suckers live in pools, moving at Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Catostomus clarkii) AZ:S AZ:S night to feed on gravel-cobble riffles. Young inhabit riffles throughout the day, feeding on aquatic insects. Desert suckers are a fairly common species found throughout the Gila River basin in AZ and NM. Gila chub E E w/ Historically the chub was found Known to occur Known to occur Potential to Known to occur (Gila intermedia) Critical throughout the Gila River basin in in Sycamore occur in Bonita Creek Habitat southern and central AZ, southwestern Creek (USFWS NM, and northeastern Sonora, Mexico. 2015a). Today only 29 populations remain; all are small, isolated, and threatened. The Gila chub now occupies about 10% to 15% of its historical range. Current populations of Gila chub are now scattered in small disjunct habitats in Yavapai, Maricopa, Gila, Coconino, Pinal, Graham, Pima, Santa Cruz, Cochise, and Greenlee Counties in AZ, and Catron and Grant Counties, NM. Gila topminnow T E Habitat includes small streams, springs, Potential to Potential to Potential to Known to occur (incl. Yaqui) and cienegas at elevations below occur (USFWS occur occur (USFWS (Poeciliopsis 4,500 feet amsl, primarily in shallow 2019b). 2008a). occidentalis) areas with aquatic vegetation and debris for cover. In NM, the species historically occurred in the Gila and San Francisco Rivers but was extirpated in the 1950s, the species has since been repatriated to NM in 2005. In AZ, most of the remaining native populations are in the Santa Cruz River system. Gila trout T T Gila trout habitat currently consists of Potential to Potential to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Oncorhynchus small headwater streams with limited occur occur occur. Outside occur. Outside gilae) pool availability and generally low base the known the known flows. Gila trout were historically the only species’ range. species’ range. native trout in the headwaters of the Gila River drainage in NM. The species probably inhabited the Gila River and most of its tributaries upstream from the confluence of Mogollon Creek and the Gila River, and possibly the San Francisco drainage in NM, and the Verde and Agua Fria drainages in AZ.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Headwater chub NM:S E Species occurs in middle to headwater Potential to Potential to Unlikely to – (Gila nigra) reaches of headwaters, creeks, and occur occur occur. small rivers, typically in pools and runs The analysis near cover such as rocks, rootwads, area is outside undercuts, or deep water. Occurs in the the known upper Gila River basin of NM at species’ range. elevations ranging from 4,347–6,562 feet amsl. Little Colorado AZ:S AZ:S Inhabits pools and riffles with abundant – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to sucker cover at elevations ranging from 2,200– occur. occur. occur. (Catostomus sp.3) 7,350 feet amsl. Found throughout the The analysis The analysis The analysis upper portion of the Little Colorado River area is outside area is outside area is outside and its tributaries. The species has been the known the known the known reintroduced to the Salt River. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Loach minnow E E w/ Inhabits riffle areas with moderate to Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Tiaroga cobitis) Critical rapid water velocities and moderate to Habitat high gradients. The species is most common the interstitial spaces in cobble and rubble. The loach minnow occurs in the San Francisco River from the Upper Frisco Box downstream to the AZ border (Catron County), the Tularosa River downstream from Cruzville (Catron County), and the Gila River from the Forks area to the Middle Box. Historically, the species was found in over 1,200 miles of streams in AZ. Presently, the species can only be found in 120 miles of streams which includes the White River (Gila County), Aravaipa Creek (Graham County), San Francisco and Blue Rivers, and Campbell Blue and Eagle Creeks (Greenlee County). Longfin dace AZ:S Habitat ranges from hot, low-desert – Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Agosia streams to clear, cool creeks of higher chrysogaster) elevations. Prefers small to medium-size streams with moderate flow and sandy, gravelly bottoms. Found in the Gila and Bill Williams drainages in AZ with an introduced population in the Virginia River basin.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Razorback sucker E Found in backwaters, flooded Unlikely to Unlikely to May occur. May occur. (Xyrauchen bottomlands, pools, side channels, and occur. occur. The analysis The analysis texanus) other slower-moving habitats at The analysis The analysis area contains area contains elevations below 6,000 feet amsl. In AZ, area is outside area is outside designated designated populations are restricted to Lakes the known the known critical habitat critical habitat Mohave and Mead and the lower species’ range species’ range. (Complex 11) for (Complex 11) for Colorado River below Lake Havasu in (USFWS this species. this species. the Lower Basin. In the Upper Basin, 2002c). small remnant populations are found in the Green, Yampa, and main stem Colorado Rivers. Rio Grande NM:S Rio Grande cutthroat trout are primarily Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to cutthroat trout found in clear, cold streams but occur. occur. occur. occur. (Oncorhynchus occasionally occur in lacustrine (lake or The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis clarki virginalis) reservoir) habitats. Currently, the area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside southernmost distribution of conservation the known the known the known the known populations occurs in the Pecos Game species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Management Unit in Pine Lodge Creek, Lincoln County, NM. Two recreation populations occur in Animas Creek, Sierra County, New Mexico, and Indian Creek on the Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation in Otero County, NM (RGCT Conservation Team 2013). Rio Grande sucker NM:S NM:S The Rio Grande sucker lives in small to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Catostomus large, middle-elevation (6,562–8,530 feet occur. occur. occur. occur. plebeius) amsl) streams usually over gravel and/or The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis cobble, but also in backwaters and in area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside pools below riffles. It is rarely found in the known the known the known the known waters with heavy loads of silt and species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. organic detritus. Rio Grande suckers are native to the Rio Grande drainage, not the Gila River and are an uncommon species in Gila National Forest. Does not occur in the Gila drainage. Rio Grande chub NM:S Habitat includes impoundments and Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Gila pandora) pools of small to moderate streams and occur. occur. occur. occur. is associated with aquatic vegetation. The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis Occurs in the Rio Grande, Pecos, and area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside Canadian River drainages. Does not the known the known the known the known occur in the Gila drainage. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Roundtail chub NM:S NM:S E Habitat is typically cool to warm water, Potential to Potential to Potential to Potential to (Gila robusta) AZ:S AZ:S mid-elevation streams and rivers where occur (USFWS occur occur occur (Lower Colorado typical adult microhabitat consists of 2015b). River populations) pools up to 6.5 feet deep adjacent to swifter riffles and runs. Cover is typically boulders, tree rootwads, submerged large trees and branches, and undercut cliff walls. Occurs in larger streams of the San Juan and Gila Basins. Sonora sucker NM:S NM:S Found in a variety of habitats from warm Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Catostomus AZ:S AZ:S rivers to cool streams, prefers gravelly or insignis) rocky pools in elevations ranging from 1,210–8,730 feet amsl. Sonora suckers are a fairly common species in Gila National Forest. Speckled dace AZ:S A bottom dweller that favors shallow – Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Rhinichthys headwater pools and runs, small to osculus) medium rivers. Rarely observed in lakes. Prime elevational range is 6,560– 9,840 feet amsl, but can be observed at elevations as low as 1,550 feet amsl. Found in the Colorado, Bill Williams, and Gila River drainages of AZ. Spikedace E E w/ Spikedace are found in clear, low- to Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur (Meda fulgida) Critical moderate- gradient, permanently flowing Habitat streams in the upper Gila River in Grant, Catron, and Hidalgo Counties. They occupy midwater habitats of runs and pools and prefer moving in water less than 3 feet deep. Spikedace concentrate in the downstream ends of rivers, although many have been collected in the upstream portions of shear zones less than 1 foot deep. In some larger streams, the spikedace is found only at the mouth of creeks. In AZ, the only natural population of the species are found in the Aravaipa Creek in Graham and Pinal Counties. Fossil Creek, Redfield Canyon, Hot Springs Canyon, Bonita Creek, and Blue River have been stocked with the species; however, these populations have not reached a level of being considered established populations.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Woundfin EXPN Historically, the species’ range includes Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Plagopterus the Lower Colorado River basin which occur. occur. occur. occur. argentissimus) includes the Virgin, Moapa, Salt, and The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis Gila Rivers. In AZ, the species has been area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside found throughout the Virgin River the known the known the known the known mainstem. Preferred habitat are warm, species’ range. species’ range. species’ range species’ range. swift, silty streams. (USFWS 2008b). Invertebrates A caddisfly AZ:S Larval habitat not yet known. In AZ, this – Potential to – – (Lepidostoma species was recently described in the occur in the apache) Blue River, Apache-Sitgreaves National analysis area, Forests, Greenlee County, AZ. within area where Blue River confluences with the San Francisco River. This species is unlikely to occur in the project location, all portions of which are distant from the only known location of this species. The San Francisco direct impacts analysis area is 20 miles away from the confluence of the San Francisco and Blue River. A caddisfly AZ:S Occupies coolwater springs, streams, – Potential to – – (Lepidostoma knulii) and rivers of swift-flowing current. Large occur cobbles with low embeddness are common features in the habitat. Has been found in two sites in Apache National Forest, eastern AZ and two sites in Apache and Coconino Counties, AZ (USFS 2013b).
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River A caddisfly AZ:S Extremely rare and all specimens have – Unlikely to – – (Limnephilus granti) been collected from springs and their occur. immediate outlets in the ponderosa pine The analysis region of eastern AZ, in two counties at area is outside three sites. the species’ known range. Anthony blister NM:S Habitat includes flowers and foliage of Unlikely to – Unlikely to – beetle various plants in the Chihuahuan Desert. occur. occur. (Lytta mirifica) Occurs in Sierra, Doña Ana, and Otero The analysis The analysis Counties, NM. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Arizona cave AZ:S This species occurs within the Flying “H” – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to amphipod Ranch and a small spring at Paradise, occur. occur. occur. (Stygobromus Cochise County, Arizona and may have The analysis The analysis The analysis arizonensis) another occurrence records in Santa area is outside area is outside area is outside Cruz County, AZ. Occurs in aquatic the species’ the species’ the species’ habitats at a depth of 3 feet in known range. known range. known range. subterranean caves and mine tunnels. Bearded NM:S Found along creeks at the bottom of Unlikely to Unlikely to – – mountainsnail such canyons in riparian forest in rock occur. occur. (Oreohelix barbata) rubble where there is also an abundance The analysis The analysis of leaf litter from deciduous trees area is outside area is outside (Metcalf and Smartt 1997). In the the species’ the species’ Mogollon Mountains, the species occurs known range. known range. in southwestern canyons of the range, at least from Little Dry Creek Canyon northwestward to Whitewater Creek Canyon. Black Range NM:S In the Iron and Spring Creek Canyons on Unlikely to Unlikely to – – mountainsnail the westerns lop of the Black Range, occur. occur. (Oreohelix metcalfei Grant County, NM in limestone strata. The analysis The analysis radiata) area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Black Range NM:S Known from the ravine up the tail to Unlikely to Unlikely to – – woodlandsnail Sawyer Peak from Grand Central Mine, occur. occur. (Ashmunella within the southwestern Black Range The analysis The analysis cockerelli cockerelli) Grant County, NM. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Bowman's fairy NM:S Species occurs in aquatic habitats within Unlikely to – Unlikely to – shrimp turbid, warm water temporary pool or occur. occur. (Streptocephalus playa habitat. Occurs in Hidalgo and The analysis The analysis thomasbowmani) Socorro Counties, NM. Has an extremely area is outside area outside of restricted distribution and is known from of this species’ this species’ only five locations (Maeda-Martínez et al. known range. known range. 2005). Known occurrences are outside of and distant to the analysis area. (BugGuide 2019). Bylas springsnail AZ:S Occurs in mildly thermal springs. Often – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Pyrgulopsis found on dead wood, gravel, and occur. occur. occur. This arizonae) pebbles. Found in three springs on the The analysis The analysis species’ known northern bank of the Gila River drainage areas is outside areas is outside range is outside between Bylas and Pima in Graham of the species’ of the species’ of the analysis County, AZ (Hershler and Landye, 1988). known range. known range. area, which is According to AGFD (2003), the Bylas limited to the springsnail occurs in springs that are riparian corridor mildly thermal, ranging from 26 to 32 of the Gila River degrees Celsius (79 to 90 degrees in the indirect Fahrenheit). All locations are fenced from analysis areas. livestock grazing. The precise locations this species is found are not always published to protect the species. This species is known to occur from the Bylas Springs complex occurring on the San Carlos Apache Indian lands near Bylas, AZ (Arizona Fishery Resources Office 1993). Individuals have also been reported from unnamed springs, Tom Niece Springs, seeps and springs west of Tom Niece Springs (Hershler and Landye 1988), and Medicine Spring, Cold Spring, and Tom Niece (BLM 2017b), and from Porter wash springs complex and Cold Springs (Williams and Sorenson 2019)
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River California floater AZ:S Occurs in shallow, clean, perennial – Unlikely to – – (Anodonta waters. Found throughout the western occur. californiensis) United States; however, the species is The analysis considered vulnerable to critically area is outside imperiled in all the western states where the species’ it is found. The species is considered known range. critically imperiled in AZ. Since the species’ larval stage is dependent on a host fish, it is believed the decline of native fish populations that serve as host fish is the reason for decline of this species of clam. Cooke's Peak NM:S Occurs only on Cooke’s Peak, north of Unlikely to – Unlikely to – woodlandsnail Deming, NM. Occurs on steep northern occur. occur. (Ashmunella slope of peak at about 6,900–7,000 feet The analysis The analysis macromphala) amsl. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Cross holospira NM:S Habitat is typically on wooded slopes or Unlikely to – Unlikely to – snail in exposed locations in limestone talus occur. occur. (Holospira crossei) on north-facing slopes. Occurs only in The analysis The analysis the Big Hatchet Mountains complex. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Dashed ringtail NM:S Diurnal invertivore that occurs in clear, Potential to Potential to – – (Erpetogomphus rocky mountain streams and rivers in occur within the occur within the heterodon) Catron and Grant Counties, NM. Larvae analysis area. analysis area. overwinter, flight season August and The analysis The analysis September. area is within the area is within the range of this range of this species and species and portions contain portions contain suitable habitat. suitable habitat. Doña Ana talussnail NM:S Habitat is igneous rock talus under Unlikely to – Unlikely to – (Sonorella todseni) sparse growth of live oaks and xeric- occur. occur. adapted shrubs. Occurs only on the The analysis The analysis northwestern slope of Doña Ana Peak. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Dry Creek NM:S Occurs in Dry Creek Canyon, Unlikely to Unlikely to – – woodlandsnail southwestern Mogollon Mountains from occur. occur. (Ashmunella 6,000 to 7,000 feet amsl, in Catron The analysis The analysis tetrodon tetrodon) County, NM. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Ferris’ copper AZ:S Occurs in the White Mountains, Apache – Unlikely to – – (Lycaena ferrisi) County, AZ. Occurs in meadows and occur. marshes. Larvae feed on wild rhubarb The analysis (Rumex hymeospalus). area is outside the species’ known range. Fringed NM:S Occurs in the more arid ledges of high Unlikely to – Unlikely to – mountainsnail cliffs where there is little vegetation, only occur. occur. (Radiocentrum in the southern Big Hatchet Mountains in The analysis The analysis ferrissi) Hidalgo County, NM. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Gila mayfly NM:S Occurs at the East Fork of the Gila River Potential to Unlikely to – – (Lachlania at its junction with the Gila River and at a occur within the occur. dencyanna) site 1 mile South of Cliff, New Mexico direct impacts The analysis within an unnamed tributary to the Gila analysis area. . area is outside River (USFWS 2012g) although this the species’ species has not been observed at any known range. location since 1967, with larvae occurring in a warm, turbid, and rapid stream clinging to woody debris and vegetation caught in rock crevices. Gila springsnail NM:S T Narrow endemic confined to thermal Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Pyrgulopsis gilae) springs along the Gila River in Grant and occur. occur. occur. Catron Counties, NM. Occurs on USFS The analysis The analysis The project area lands and private inholdings within the area is outside area is outside and vicinity are Gila National Forest (GNF). Occurs in the species’ the species’ outside the 43 scattered populations within the East known range. known range. known species’ Fork Gila River and Middle Fork Gila range. River, including within Alum Hot Spring, on the Gila River mainstem (about 2 miles south of State Route 527 bridge crossing over Gila River) (BLM 2017; NMDGF 2018). Is an aquatic, gilled species, occurring in mud, debris, and vegetation. Typically occurs in rivulet approximately 3 feet wide, grown up with watercress (Nasturtium officinale) with a water temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Gila tryonia AZ:S This snail occurs in springs on the north – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Tryonia gilae) side of the Gila River between Bylas and occur. occur. occur. Pima in Graham County, AZ. Habitat The analysis The analysis The analysis consists of dead wood, leaves, and area is outside area is outside area is outside stones in springs and springbrooks. the species’ the species’ the species’ Found in unnamed springs near Bylas, known range. known range. known range. AZ, Cold Spring, Porter Wash, and Tom Niece spring (Hershler and Landye 1988; BLM 2017; Taylor 1987; Williams and Sorenson 2019). Hacheta grande NM:S T Habitat includes loose stones below cliffs Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – woodlandsnail in an area of unusually tall pinyon pines; occur. occur. occur. (Ashmunella elevational range of 6,350–7,330 feet The analysis The analysis The analysis hebardi) amsl. Occurs only in the Big Hatchet area is outside area is outside area is outside Peak area. the species’ the species’ the species’ known range. known range. known range. Iron Creek NM:S This snail has a remarkable range, from Unlikely to Unlikely to – – woodlandsnail about 5,500 to over 9,000 feet amsl. occur. occur. (Ashmunella Occurs year-round in Grant County on The analysis The analysis mendax) the south side of Iron Creek, in the area is outside area is outside southwestern part off the Black Range. the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Metcalf holospira NM:S Typically found under large stones at the Unlikely to – Unlikely to – snail base of cliffs, especially in areas with occur. occur. (Holospira metcalfi) more mesic vegetation. Occurs only at The analysis The analysis Howells Ridge in the Little Hatchet area is outside area is outside Mountains. the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Mineral Creek NM:S Found on a small limestone outcrop in Unlikely to Unlikely to – – mountainsnail Black Range, Sierra County, NM, on the occur. occur. (Oreohelix pilsbryi) GNF. Can be found in moist limestone The analysis The analysis crevices among soil and leaf litter. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Mogollon stonefly NM:S Occurs in NM and AZ. Observed in Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Capnia caryi) AZ:S Upper Iron Creek In Catron County, NM, occur. occur. and Mamie Creek at Escudilla Mountain The analysis The analysis in Apache County, NM (USFS 2013b). area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Monarch butterfly NM:S Occurs in a variety of habitats throughout Known to occur. Potential to Potential to Known to occur (Danaus plexippus) AZ:S NM and AZ. The larvae of this species This species occur. This occur. This (BLM 2019b). feed upon milkweed plants (Asclepias was observed species may use species may use This species spp). This species is migratory; it during October the analysis area the analysis area may use the typically overwinters in Mexico or 20018 surveys for migration or for migration or analysis area for southern California. Monarchs in NM (SWCA 2019a). breeding breeding migration or typically overwinter in Mexico only, This species activities spring– activities spring– breeding whereas Arizona monarchs may may use the fall. fall. activities spring– overwinter in either location, or may analysis area for fall. overwinter in low-elevation desert areas. migration or Individuals are not known to overwinter breeding in NM. Monarchs migrate north in spring activities spring– months, beginning as early as March. fall. Monarchs typically spend several generations breeding in higher-elevation areas during the summer months before migrating south in a long fall migration period, typically from September to November (Cary and DeLay 2016; Morris et al. 2015; Southwest Monarch Study, Inc. 2019). Moore's fairy shrimp NM:S Habitat included temporary ponds and Unlikely to – Unlikely to – (Streptocephalus pools and are absent from running water, occur. occur. moorei) often in roadside ditches, vernal pools, The analysis The analysis and temporary ponds. Known area is outside area is outside occurrences include pit tanks in Luna the species’ the species’ and Sierra Counties, NM, Isaack Lake known range. known range. and a roadside playa in Doña Ana County, New Mexico. Morgan Creek NM:S Occurs in the northern portion of the Unlikely to Unlikely to – mountainsnail Black Range, specifically in Morgan occur. occur. (Oreohelix swopei) Creek, Diamond Creek, Black, and The analysis The analysis Turkey Run Canyons on both eastern area is outside area is outside and western slopes in Sierra and Grant the species’ the species’ Counties, NM. This species is terrestrial known range. known range. and occurs in montane areas. Moth (Notodontid NM:S Occurs in Colorado, AZ, and NM. In NM, Potential to Potential to – – moth) this notodontid moth is known to occur occur occur (Euhyparpax rosea) near Silver City, Grant County in southwestern NM but no specific locations are noted in AZ (USFWS 2009a). This species is thought to occur on shrubs, trees, and leguminous plants, likely oak-juniper or oak-pine-juniper, and the larvae may feed on oaks.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River New Mexico NM:S T Endemic to 13 thermal springs along the Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – hotspring snail lower East Fork Gila River, and within occur. occur. occur. (Pyrgulopsis Alum Spring along the Gila River The analysis The analysis The project area thermalis) mainstem on USFS lands and private area is outside area is outside and vicinity are inholdings within the GNF (NMDGF the species’ the species’ outside the 2018). Waters inhabited by the snail are known range. known range. known species’ as warm as 100°F, but the species is range. more common where temperatures are 91.4°F–95°F. The major substrate occupied by these animals is areas of steep or even vertical rock, covered with thin sheets of water. Also inhabited are minor spring flows on algal film and crusts of lime-depositing algae (Taylor 1987). New Mexico NM:S Habitat includes under large stones on Unlikely to – Unlikely to – talussnail steep slopes around 7,500 feet amsl, occur. occur. (Sonorella typically under tall pinyon pines in the Big The analysis The analysis hachitana) Hatchet Mountains. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. New Mexico NM:S Occurs on bare/exposed rock in Unlikely to – Unlikely to – talussnail (Florida evergreen forests and shrublands only in occur. occur. Mountains) the Florida Mountains. The analysis The analysis (Sonorella area is outside area is outside hachitana flora) the species’ the species’ known range. known range. Salt playa NM:S Occurs in saline playa lakes ranging from Unlikely to – Unlikely to – (Sublette's) fairy a few feet to 0.5 mile in diameter, usually occur. occur. shrimp with very shallow depth; dry during The analysis The analysis (Phallocryptus summer. Occurs in Otero county, NM, at area is outside area is outside sublettei) Crow Flats. the species’ the species’ known range. known range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Shortneck NM:S T In New Mexico, species is restricted to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – snaggletooth snail Indian Creek Canyon in the Animas occur. occur. occur. (Gastrocopta Mountains, Big Hatchet, San Luis (Lang The analysis The analysis The analysis dalliana dalliana) Canyon), and Peloncillo Mountains within area is outside area is outside area is outside the Coronado National Forest lands of the species’ the species’ the species’ Hidalgo County. Occurrence records in known range. known range. known range. AZ are within Cochise and Santa Cruz Counties. Occurs in dense woodland habitat dominated by oak overstory with Juglans major, Juniperus deppeana, and Pinus cembroides also occurring. Restricted to 5,900–6,400 feet amsl elevation. Silver Creek NM:S Was a local endemic found only on the Unlikely to Unlikely to – – woodlandsnail west side of the Black Range along a occur. occur. (Ashmunella 2-mile, north-south distance at 8,000– The analysis The analysis binneyi) 8,500 feet within mixed conifer and area is outside area is outside ponderosa pine habitats. the species’ the species’ known range known range and does not and does not contain suitable contain suitable habitat. habitat. Sonoran talussnail AZ:S Found in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties, – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Sonorella AZ, in rock crevices 1–3 feet below the occur. occur. occur. magdalensis) surface. The analysis The analysis The analysis area is outside area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ the species’ known range. known range. known range. Three Forks E Fully aquatic species that prefers firm Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to springsnail substrate and aquatic vegetation. occur. occur. occur. occur. (Pyrgulopsis Endemic to Three Forks, Boneyard Bog, The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis trivialis) and Boneyard Creek spring complexes area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside along Boneyard Creek and the the species’ the species’ the species’ the species’ confluence with the North Fork and East known known known known Fork Black River in Apache County, AZ geographic and geographic and geographic and geographic and at elevations of 8,000 feet amsl (USFWS elevational elevational elevational elevational 2012d). range. range. range. range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Whitewater Creek NM:S Collected only in Little Whitewater Creek Unlikely to Unlikely to – – woodlandsnail in recent times, but found in Shelton occur. occur. Even (Ashmunella Canyon in 1915, and is associated with The analysis though this danielsi) igneous rock in talus, with moss or damp area is outside species occurs leave litter among the rocks. Elevations the species’ in two drainages range from 7,000 to 7,500 feet amsl. known range. that ultimately flow into the San Francisco River within the analysis area near and south of Glenwood, NM, this species occurs outside of the analysis area at higher elevations upstream within these drainages on talus habitat. No common name NM:S Known from Silver Creek Canyon on the Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Ashmunella northern slopes between 8,000 and occur. occur. cockerelli 8,500 feet amsl within the southwestern The analysis The analysis argenticola) Black Range, Grant County, NM. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known known geographic and geographic and elevational elevational range. range. No common name NM:S Known from 2 miles east of the tail to Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Ashmunella Sawyer Peak from Grand Central Mine, occur. occur. cockerelli within the southwestern Black Range The analysis The analysis perobtusa) Grant County, NM. area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. No common name NM:S Found at Holden’s Spring, Black Range, Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Ashmunella Sierra County, NM. A. tetrodon is limited occur. occur. tetrodon animorum) to deep canyons, where there is The analysis The analysis abundant leaf litter, and where snails area is outside area is outside occur under and around stones and logs. the species’ the species’ known range. known range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River No common name NM:S Found in Dry Creek Canyon, Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Ashmunella southwestern Mogollon Mountains, occur. occur. tetrodon inermis) Catron County, New Mexico. A. tetrodon The analysis The analysis is limited to deep canyons, where there area is outside area is outside is abundant leaf litter, and where snails the species’ the species’ occur under and around stones and logs. known range. known range. No common name NM:S Found in Dry Creek Canyon, Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Ashmunella southwestern Mogollon Mountains, occur. occur. tetrodon mutator) Catron County, NM. A. tetrodon is limited The analysis The analysis to deep canyons, where there is area is outside area is outside abundant leaf litter, and where snails the species’ the species’ occur under and around stones and logs. known range. known range. No common name NM:S Occurs on limestone ledges east of Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Oreohelix metcalfei Sawyer Peak in Sierra County, NM. occur. occur. acutidiscus) The analysis The analysis area is outside area is outside the species’ the species’ known range. known range. No common name NM:S Occurs on the north side of Silver Creek Unlikely to Unlikely to – – [Black Range Canyon, Black Range, Grant County, occur. occur. mountainsnail] NM. The analysis The analysis (Oreohelix metcalfei area is outside area is outside concentrica) the species’ the species’ known range. known range. No common name NM:S Occurs with Sierra County, NM, with the Unlikely to Unlikely to – – (Oreohelix metcalfei locality indicated as “mountains near occur. occur. metcalfei) Kinston,” and this snail likely uses The analysis The analysis limestone outcrop. area is outside area is outside the known the known species’ range. species’ range. Mammals Allen’s lappet- AZ:S NM:S Inhabits conifer, oak, and riparian forests Potential to Potential to Potential to Potential to browed bat AZ:S in mountainous areas. Frequently occur occur occur occur (Idionycteris captured near suitable roosts in cliffs, phyllotis) outcroppings, boulders, and lava flows. Known to roost in tree snags. American water AZ:S Frequently found near aquatic – Unlikely to – – shrew environments with dense vegetation and occur. (Sorex palustris) rocks. In AZ, populations are isolated to The analysis mountainous sky islands in riparian and area is outside marshy areas. the known species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Arizona gray NM:S Arizona gray squirrels primarily associate Unlikely to occur Known to occur – – squirrel with riparian habitats in New Mexico (Sciurus (Frey and Yates 1996). Within NM, the arizonensis Arizona gray squirrel is limited to the arizonensis) deciduous riparian forest of the San Francisco drainage in Catron County, and it is uncommon within the GNF. Its preferred habitat includes walnuts, sycamores, and cottonwoods. The upper limit of its range is 7,000 feet amsl. Arizona montane NM:S E In AZ, present only in the higher Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – vole AZ:S elevations of the White Mountains. occur. occur. occur. (Microtus montanus In NM, Arizona montane voles are known The project area The project area The project area arizonensis) only from Catron County where they and vicinity are and vicinity are and vicinity are have been documented at Centerfire outside the outside the outside the Bog, Jenkins Creek, Flanagan Spring, known species’ known species’ known species’ Romero Creek, SA Creek, and the upper range. range. range. San Francisco River. The species prefers riparian habitat with damp to wet places with thick grass around at elevations between 6,970 and 9,500 feet amsl. Arizona myotis AZ:S Ponderosa pine and oak-pine woodlands – Potential to Potential to Potential to (Myotis occultus) near water are habitat this species occur occur occur prefers in AZ during the summer months. It has been observed in riparian areas of the desert along the Lower Colorado and Verde Rivers. No winter hibernacula’s have been observed in AZ. Found primarily between 3,200 and 8,620 feet amsl. Arizona shrew NM:S E Occupied habitat is mesic, with the most Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Sorex arizonae) common trees being Douglas-fir, quaking occur. occur. occur. aspen, and netleaf oak. Occurs in the The analysis The analysis The analysis Animas Mountains of Hidalgo County, area is outside area is outside area is outside NM. the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Banner-tailed AZ:S Habitat consists of well-developed – Unlikely to Potential to Potential to kangaroo rat grasslands with shrubs. Hard soils are occur. occur occur (Dipodomys preferred to support burrow construction. The analysis spectabilis) The species can be found throughout area is outside southeastern AZ as well as in parts of the known Apache and Navajo Counties. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Black-tailed prairie NM:S Habitat includes shortgrass habitats such Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to dog AZ:S as prairies in the Upper Pecos and occur. occur. occur. occur. (Cynomys Upper Pecos Black River Basins. The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis ludovicianus) area does not area does not area does not area does not contain contain contain contain appropriate appropriate appropriate appropriate habitat. habitat. habitat. habitat. California leaf- AZ:S Year-round resident in AZ that favors day – Potential to Potential to Known to occur nosed bat roosts in rock shelters, caves, and mines occur occur (BLM 2019b). (Macrotus during the summer months. In the winter californicus) months, mines which extend over 100 feet from the entrance are preferred for warmth. Little variation to summer and winter ranges as the species is common in central, south-central, southwest, and west-central parts of AZ. Cave myotis AZ:S Roosts in caves, tunnels, and bridges – Potential to Potential to Known to occur (Myotis velifer) near water and are found in desert scrub occur occur (BLM 2019b). of creosote bush, palo verde, and cacti. Winter hibernaculum in AZ. Largely found throughout central and southern AZ. Greater western AZ:S Roosts consisting of deep, tight rock – Potential to Potential to Potential to mastiff bat crevices near cliffs of the Lower and occur occur occur (Eumops perotis Upper Sonoran Desert scrub. A year- californicus) round resident which is found throughout all of AZ except in the counties of Apache, Navajo, Santa Cruz, and Yavapai. Gray wolf E/PEXPN The wide range of habitats in which Unlikely to occur Unlikely to occur Unlikely to occur Unlikely to occur (Canis lupus) wolves can thrive reflects their adaptability as a species, and includes temperate forests, mountains, tundra, taiga, and grasslands. Gunnison’s prairie AZ:S NM:S Gunnison’s prairie dogs are rare to the Potential to Known to occur – Unlikely to occur dog GNF. The species occurs in the San occur (Cynomys Juan, Jemez, and Sangre de Cristo gunnisoni) Mountains as well as in San Miguel, Prairie Population Sierra, and Catron Counties. Habitat includes mixed shrub habitat where broom snakeweed is dominant plant species.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Gunnison’s prairie NM:S Occurs at high elevations in Catron Unlikely to Unlikely to – — dog County, becoming established at other occur. occur. (Cynomys locations. Inhabits pinyon-juniper and The project area The project area gunnisoni) montane grassland. is outside the is outside the Montane Population species’ species’ elevational elevational range. range Hooded skunk NM:S Hooded skunks are found in shortgrass Known to occur Known to occur – – (Mephitis macroura plains, sacaton grassland, sycamore milleri) riparian, cottonwood riparian, rabbitbrush riparian, and oak savanna. Jaguar E Habitat includes Sonoran desertscrub up Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Panthera onca) through subalpine conifer forest. occur. occur. occur. occur. Typically found near water in warm The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis tropical climates of savannah and forest, area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside rarely in extensive arid areas. the species’ the species’ the species’ the species’ The species has been documented in known range. known range. known range. known range. southern NM as recently as 2016. As for AZ, an individual of the species was documented near Nogales in southeastern AZ in 2001 and 2003, with extremely rare sightings of the species occurring from the 1970s to the 1990s, all in southeastern AZ.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Lesser long-nosed NM:S T D Lesser long-nosed bats are associated Unlikely to Unlikely to Potential to Potential to bat AZ:S with desert grassland and shrubland, occur. occur. occur. occur. This (Leptonycteris chaparral, and lower-elevation oak The analysis The analysis The analysis analysis area yerbabuenae) woodland and associated habitats in the area is outside area is outside area is within the occurs within the southwestern United States and northern the known the known range of this known range of Mexico. It also occurs at high elevations species’ range. species’ range. species this species and on wooded mountains. In NM, this (USFWS 2008c), a known roost is species is known from the Animas, and a known within the Peloncillo, and Big Hatchet mountain roost occurs in foraging radius ranges in southern Hidalgo County. This the Peloncillo for this species species is migratory in AZ, NM, and Mountains (USFWS 2008c). northwestern Mexico. Daytime roosts (USFWS 2016c), include caves, rock fissures, and south of the abandoned mines, but they are also Virden Valley known to roost in trees, culverts, and analysis area, buildings. Migrates from the within the southwestern United States to northern 40-mile foraging and central Mexico. Known in the U.S. radius of this only during warmer months. Feeds on species. the nectar from the flowers of agaves, silk trees, saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea), and organ pipe cactus (Stenocereus thurberi). Found throughout southeastern to south-central AZ. Mexican long-nosed E E Mexican long-nosed bats occur at higher Unlikely to occur Unlikely to occur Unlikely to occur Unlikely to occur bat elevations in southwest Texas and (Leptonycteris southwestern NM. In NM, Mexican long- nivalis) nosed bats inhabit upper desert scrub and pine-oak woodlands in arid and mountainous areas in the Animas, Peloncillo, and Big Hatchet mountain ranges in southern Hidalgo County. Characteristic vegetation in these areas includes agave (Agave sp.), juniper, oak, and Mexican piñon (Pinus cembroides). Known roosting habitats of this species include caves, rock fissures, hollow trees, abandoned buildings, mines, and human-made structures. Forages at night on nectar, pollen, and fruit of paniculate agaves and columnar cacti.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Mexican long- NM:S Habitat includes lowland desert canyons Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to tongued bat AZ:S with sycamore, cottonwood, and occur. occur. occur. occur. (Choeronycteris rabbitbrush riparian habitats. Occurs in The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis mexicana) extreme southwestern NM. In AZ, the area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside species is found in the southeastern part the known the known the known the known of the state from the Chiricahua species’ range. species’ range. species’ range species’ range. Mountains to the Santa Catalina and Baboquivari Mountains. Mexican wolf E E/EXPN Habitat includes oak and pine/juniper Potential to Potential to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Canis lupus savannahs in the foothills and mixed occur occur occur. occur. baileyi) conifer woodlands above 4,000 feet The analysis The analysis amsl. Occurs in Catron, Grant, Hidalgo area does not area does not and Sierra Counties. contain contain appropriate appropriate habitat. habitat. Mount Graham red E Habitat includes high elevations of Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to squirrel 8,700–10,200 feet amsl of conifer forests occur. occur. occur. occur. (Tamiasciurus with closed canopies. Ground surfaces The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis hudsonicus consists of rolling areas with steep edges area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside grahamensis) and narrow canyons. The species is only the known the known the known the known found in the Pinaleno Mountains of species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Graham County, AZ. Navajo Mogollon AZ:S Found in dry, grassy vegetation in conifer – Unlikely to – – vole forests. This ground cover vegetation is occur. (Microtus necessary; however, it is the loss of The analysis mogollonensis ground cover vegetation which is area is outside navajo) resulting in the decline in population. the known This species can be found in northern AZ species’ range. including the Grand Canyon, and the Flagstaff and Williams areas, and from Navajo Mountain in both AZ and southern Utah. Also from the Defiance Plateau in AZ. New Mexico E E Habitat includes moist, streamside, Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to meadow jumping dense riparian/wetland vegetation, occur. occur. occur. occur. mouse especially those dominated by sedges. The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis (Zapus hudsonius Occurs in the San Juan, Jemez, and area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside luteus) Sacramento Mountains and in the the known the known the known the known central-northern and the central Rio species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Grande Valley.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Ocelot E An abundance of prey and dense Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Leopardus vegetation below 4,000 feet amsl are the occur. occur. Most of occur. occur. pardalis) prime habitat for the ocelot. Once The analysis the analysis area The analysis The analysis believed to be extirpated from AZ, recent area is outside is outside the area is outside area is outside documentation shows ocelots have been the known known species’ the known the known in southeastern AZ. An adult male was species’ eleva- elevational species’ species’ photographed in 2011 in the Huachuca tional range. range. geographical geographical Mountains and an adult ocelot was stuck The remaining range. range. by a vehicle on Highway 60 between analysis area is Superior and Globe in 2010. outside the known geographical range of this species. Townsend’s big- NM:S NM:S Found in a variety of xeric to mesic Potential to Potential to Potential to Potential to eared bat AZ:S AZ:S habitats: scrub-grassland, desertscrub, occur occur occur occur (Corynorhinus semidesert shrublands, chaparral, townsendii) saxicoline brush, tundra, open montane Pale Townsend's forests, spruce-fir, mixed hardwood- big-eared bat conifer, and oak woodlands and forests. (Corynorhinus townsendii pallescens) Spotted bat NM:S NM:S T Habitat is seasonal, during warm months Potential to Potential to Potential to Potential to (Euderma AZ:S AZ:S the species is found in ponderosa pine occur occur occur occur maculatum) woodlands and found in pinyon-juniper woodlands and semi-desert shrublands at lower elevations during the cooler months. Species occurs in the Upper Pecos and Upper Pecos Black River Basins. In AZ, the largest population is in Fort Prince Wash near the Arizona-Utah border with isolated individuals captured in parts of northwestern AZ, near Yuma, and in southern Apache County. However, this species is predicted to occur throughout AZ. Southern pocket T Only records for NM are from the higher, Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – gopher (NM open slopes and timbered tops of ridges occur. occur. occur. population) in the Animas Mountains from 5,800– The analysis The analysis The analysis (Thomomys 8,000 feet amsl. Occurs in Hidalgo area is outside area is outside area is outside umbrinus County in the Animas Mountains. the known the known the known intermedius) species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Springerville silky AZ:S Found in habitat of sparse vegetation of – Potential to – – pocket mouse shortgrass and tumbleweeds with the occur. (Perognathus flavus presence of sandy, rocky areas. Range goodpasteri) is from Greenlee County to the far northern and far eastern parts of Gila and Graham Counties. The species range also extends north into Apache and Navajo Counties. Western red bat NM:S Inhabits forested canyons and riparian Potential to Potential to – – (Lasiurus AZ:S zones in otherwise arid areas. Red bats occur occur blossevillii) primarily associate with riparian habitats in NM (Frey and Yates 1996). In AZ, the species range is from the south-central to southeastern portion of the state with observations documented along the Colorado River. Western yellow bat NM:S T Species is typically found in riparian Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Lasiurus areas with cottonwoods, sycamores, and occur. occur. occur. xanthinus) Arizona white oaks. Species is only The analysis The analysis The analysis recorded from NM in warmer months in area is outside area is outside area is outside southern Hidalgo County. the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. White Mountains AZ:S Found in the White Mountains of Apache – Unlikely to – – chipmunk County, AZ. occur. (Meotamias The analysis mimimus area is outside arizonensis) the known species’ range. White Mountains AZ:S Inhabits open short-grass subalpine to – Unlikely to – – ground squirrel open grass-edge meadows with limited occur. (Ictidomys rocks. Roosting and foraging habitat The analysis tridecemlineatus reduced due to agricultural conversion; area is outside monticola) pesticides; winter roosts impacted by the known prescribed fire. species’ range. May use taller grassy patches. Found in the White Mountains of east-central Apache County, AZ.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River White-sided NM:S T Habitat is well-developed grasslands that Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – jackrabbit have low shrub density and level terrain. occur. occur. occur. (Lepus callotis) Occurs in the Animas and South Playas The analysis The analysis The analysis Valleys in southern Hidalgo County, NM. area does not area does not area is outside contain appro- contain the known priate habitat appropriate species’ range. and is outside habitat and is the known outside the species’ range. known species’ range. Reptiles Arizona striped AZ:S Typically found in low valley grasslands – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to whiptail and sandy flats in semidesert occur. occur. occur. (Aspidoscelis grasslands. Its range is quite limited, only The analysis The analysis The analysis arizonae) to be found near Willcox, Cochise area is outside area is outside area is outside County, and the Hackberry Ranch in the known the known the known Whitlock Valley, Graham County, AZ. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Big Bend slider NM:S Habitat includes ponds and streams Unlikely to – Unlikely to – (Trachemys along the Rio Grande, also occurs in occur. occur. gaigeae) canals, ditches, and cattle tanks near the The project area The project area river. Occurs only along the Rio Grande and vicinity are and vicinity are drainage. outside the outside the known species’ known species’ range. range. Desert massasauga NM:S Habitat includes grasslands and dry Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to (Sistrurus AZ:S shortgrass plains, Occurs only in the San occur. occur. occur. occur. tergeminus) Bernardino Valley. The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside the known the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Desert ornate box AZ:S Habitat includes grasslands in – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to turtle desertscrub. Found in Cochise, Graham, occur. occur. occur. (Terrapene ornata) Pima, Santa Cruz, Greenlee, and Gila The analysis The analysis The analysis Counties, AZ. area is outside area is outside area is outside the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Giant spotted T Primarily occurs in canyon and arroyo Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – whiptail habitats, in and near mountains, mesas, occur. occur. occur. (Aspidoscelis and foothills; elevational range up to The analysis The analysis The analysis stictogramma) 4,500 feet amsl. Occurs only in area is outside area is outside area is outside Guadalupe Canyon in southwest Hidalgo the known the known the known County, NM. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Reticulate Gila NM:S E Habitat includes desert and mesquite- Unlikely to Unlikely to Potential to – monster grassland; prefers rocky foothill regions occur. The occur. The occur (Heloderma and avoids open areas. Often occurs in analysis area analysis area suspectum areas where water is at least periodically lacks suitable lacks suitable suspectum) present. Occurs in southwest NM in lower elevation lower elevation Hidalgo, Grant, Luna, and Doña Ana desert or desert or Counties. grassland. grassland. Gray-checkered NM:S E Habitat includes desert grassland, where Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – whiptail the dominant plants are various grasses, occur. occur. occur. (Aspidoscelis forbs, and shrubs, such as creosotebush, The analysis The analysis The analysis dixoni) mesquite, acacias, and tarbush. Occurs area is outside area is outside area is outside only in the Peloncillo Mountains of the known the known the known southwest Hidalgo County, NM. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. Green rat snake T Habitat includes montane habitats in Potential to Potential to Unlikely to – (Senticolis triaspis) elevations ranging from 4,000–7,000 feet occur occur occur. amsl. Typically found in rocky canyon The analysis bottoms near streams or in areas with area is outside intermittent water. Plants species include the known pines, Arizona sycamores, Arizona species’ range. walnut, willows, oaks, and canyon grape. Within NM, verified only in the Peloncillo Mountains of Hidalgo County, reports from Animas Mountains and Mule Mountains of Grant County. Mountain skink T In NM, species only lives in riparian Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to – (Plestiodon areas in Guadalupe Canyon, in the occur. occur. occur. callicephalus) southern Peloncillo Mountains of The analysis The analysis The analysis southwest Hidalgo County, NM area is outside area is outside area is outside the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. New Mexico ridge- E T Occurs only in the Animas and Peloncillo Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to nosed rattlesnake Mountains of Hidalgo County at occur. occur. occur. occur. (Crotalus willardi elevations above 5,000 feet amsl. The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis obscurus) Habitat includes rocks, bunchgrass, and area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside leaf litter in steep rocky canyons in the the known the known the known the known pine-oak and pine-fir belts at 5,600– species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. 9,000 feet amsl.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Narrow-headed T T w/ This is a highly aquatic species and it is Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur gartersnake Critical restricted to montane and immediately (Thamnophis Habitat adjacent regions at elevations of 2,300– rufipunctatus) 8,200 feet in Catron, Grant, and Hidalgo Counties where it reaches the northern and eastern edge of its overall distribution. This snake is a habitat specialist, occurring only in shallow, swift-flowing, rocky rivers and streams of the San Francisco and Gila River drainages. It typically inhabits clear, cool, rocky streams using predominantly pool and riffle habitat that includes cobbles and boulders. Most likely surface active between March and November when air temperatures range from 52°F–89°F and water temperatures range from 54°F– 72°F. Ranges in the Gila River to the AZ border (about 4,265 feet amsl). Northern Mexican E T w/ Riparian type at elevations of 4,265– Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur Known to occur gartersnake Critical 5,900 feet amsl. An aquatic species. (Thamnophis eques Habitat Stream situations frequented by the megalops) species in NM are generally characterized by shallow, slow-moving, and at least partially vegetated bodies of water, such as around springs (e.g., Mule Creek). The Mexican gartersnake was discovered along the Gila River in Grant County by personnel from the Albuquerque BioPark. Slevin's bunchgrass AZ:S T Habitat is Chihuahua desert grassland; Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to lizard black grama, dropseed and Chihuahua occur. occur. occur. occur. (Sceloporus slevini) desert grassland; tobosa, saltgrass, and The analysis The analysis The analysis The analysis sacaton. Occurs in extreme southwest area is outside area is outside area is outside area is outside Hidalgo County, NM, near Cloverdale. the known the known the known the known Found throughout Cochise, Santa Cruz, species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. species’ range. and the southeast corner of Pima Counties in AZ. Sonora mud turtle AZ:S Creeks, streams, ponds, or any – Known to occur Potential to Known to occur (Kinosternon waterhole is the habitat where this occur (BLM 2019). sonoriense species can occur. In AZ, found in the sonoriense) Gila River drainage, Quitobaquito Spring, Laguna Dam, and Big Sandy-Burro River drainage.
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Status Potential for Occurrence Common Name State of Habitat and Range Information San Francisco Lower Gila (Scientific Name) BLM USFS USFWS Upper Gila Virden Valley NM River River Sonoran desert AZ:S Inhabits rugged terrain such as rocky – Unlikely to Unlikely to Unlikely to tortoise bajadas, mountain slopes, and canyons. occur. occur. occur. (Gopherus Occurs across much of western AZ to The analysis The analysis The analysis morafkai) south-central AZ. area is outside area is outside area is outside the known the known the known species’ range. species’ range. species’ range.
Sources: Except where otherwise noted, habitat and range information for wildlife species is taken from AZGFD (2019); NatureServe (2019); BISON-M 2019; Metcalfe and Smartt (1997); Hoffmeister (1986); Brennan (2019); Corman and Wise-Gervais (2005). * Species listed as BLM are only addressed on BLM lands, species listed as USFS are only addressed on USFS lands, State of New Mexico lands are addressed within New Mexico, and USFWS listed species are addressed wherever they have the potential to occur. *Bald and golden eagles are additionally protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. **USFS lists the subspecies, Arizona Bell’s vireo whereas the State of New Mexico lists the species, Bell’s vireo. Status: BLM: AZ:S = Sensitive Species listed for Gila District Office, Arizona; (BLM 2017a) NM:S =Sensitive Species listed for Las Cruces Field Office, New Mexico (BLM 2018a; 2018b) USFS (from USFS 2013a; 2013b): AZ:S = Sensitive Species listed for Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (ASNF) in Arizona; NM:S = Sensitive Species listed for Gila National Forest (GNF) in New Mexico State of NM: and USFWS: C = Candidate E = Endangered EXPN = Experimental population, nonessential T = Threatened
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