Challenges to desert tortoise habitat connectivity near Ivanpah County
Detailed Description
Alternative energy developments on either side of the Interstate 15 transportation corridor, a desert dry lake, railway system and utility corridor all present challenges to desert tortoise habitat connectivity near Ivanpah County, San Bernardino, County, California. USGS researchers are involved in providing information about the interaction of Threatened desert tortoise populations and burgeoning development in the southwestern deserts.