NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Southern California Forests and Watersheds
Project Title: Bird Surveys, Habitat Mapping, and Non-Native Cowbird Removal in Los Padres National Forest (CA)
Organization:
United Water Conservation District
Project ID:
0806.20.067709
Description:

Conduct habitat mapping, complete surveys, and trap non-native cowbirds in riparian areas within Los Padres National Forest to provide data on sensitive riparian bird populations. Project will map breeding areas and trap cowbirds along Middle Piru Creek to assess the size and distribution of sensitive bird species such as least Bell's vireo in order to inform future management decisions and protect existing populations.

Award Amount:
$154440.00
Location:
Piru Fire Scar within Los Padres National Forest, California