The habitat value for elk and sage grouse of two proposed phosphate strip mine sites was determined using habitat parameter measurements from high-altitude color infrared aerial photographs. Habitat suitability was assessed using the Habitat Evaluation Procedures being developed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Similar results were obtained from two approaches--a remote-sensing-only approach and a mix of measurements from photo interpretation and conventional field surveys.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1978 |
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Title | Quantitative wildlife habitat evaluation using high-altitude color infrared aerial photographs |
Authors | Lawrence R. Pettinger, Adrian Farmer, Mel Schamberger |
Publication Type | Conference Paper |
Publication Subtype | Conference Paper |
Series Title | Pecora IV Proceedings of the Symposium |
Index ID | 70113440 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center |