Amphibian Habitat Checklist
Checklist for creating and keeping amphibian habitat on a farm, covering water, cover, chemicals and wildlife-friendly practices. Use it on each visit and keep the completed copy with your farm records.
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What is on this checklist
- Fishless water present in spring
- Shallow edges and vegetation
- Cover such as logs and rocks nearby
- Upland habitat connected
- Chemical use near water reviewed
- Livestock access limited
- Roads and ditches checked for hazards
- Species heard or seen recorded
- Observation dates noted
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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