Bernadette Kuhn
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Pub. Date
2015.
Description
Wetlands in dense urban centers differ from natural systems due to highly modified hydrology and increased non-native plant species, but they perform critical functions such as wildlife habitat and storm water retention. Wetland extent and condition for the County were largely unknown prior to this study.
Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Description
The 5 million-acre San Juan Region lies in southwest Colorado and is considered part of the Four Corners area. The Colorado Natural Heritage Program tracks 122 plant species within this region. Recently published climate models for the Southern San Juan Region project a median decrease in May precipitation across southwestern Colorado and a 4.3⁰ F increase in average annual temperatures, suggesting drought may become problematic for these species...
Author
Pub. Date
2016.
Description
The Rio Grande National Forest contains a rich resource of fen wetlands. This report and associated dataset provides the RGNF with a critical tool for conservation planning at both a local and Forest-wide scale. These data will be useful for the ongoing RGNF biological assessment required by the 2012 Forest Planning Rule, but can also be used for individual management actions, such as planning for timber sales, grazing allotments, and trail maintenance....