Habitat used by bats and insects at uranium mines near Grand Canyon
By Fort Collins Science Center
2014 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Acoustic bat detectors and light traps used to sample for bats and insects at detention ponds located on and near uranium mines adjacent to the Grand Canyon.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.
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