Endangered Species Checklist for Farms
An endangered species checklist for farms to review habitat, project plans, and agency contacts so landowners can avoid harm to protected species and stay in line with the rules.
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What is on this checklist
- Species list for county obtained
- Habitat on property mapped
- Planned work reviewed against habitat
- Seasonal restrictions noted
- Agency contacts recorded
- Sightings reported
- Practices adjusted as advised
- Records and photos stored
- Plan reviewed each year
How to use this checklist
Fill in the farm, date and your name, then walk the job with the sheet in hand. A habit of five minutes on this list tends to catch small problems early.
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 USDA.
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