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o Avoid wetland and aquatic impacts during hibernation season, between September 15th <br /> and April 15th, if the area is suitable for hibernation. <br /> o The use of erosion control blanket shall be limited to `bio-netting' or "natural-netting" <br /> types, and specifically not products containing plastic mesh netting or other plastic <br /> components. <br /> ■ Also, be aware that hydro-mulch products may contain small synthetic (plastic) <br /> fibers to aid in their matrix strength. These loose fibers could potentially re- <br /> suspend and make their way into Public Waters. As such, please review mulch <br /> products and do not allow any materials with synthetic (plastic) fiber additives in <br /> areas that drain into Public Waters. <br /> o Construction areas, especially aquatic or wetland areas, should be thoroughly checked for <br /> turtles before the use of heavy equipment or any ground disturbance. <br /> ■ The Blanding's turtle flyer must be given to all contractors working in the area. <br /> ■ Monitor for turtles during construction and report any sightings to the DNR <br /> Nongame Specialist, Erica Hoaglund (Lrica.Hoagl u nd @state.inn.u-). <br /> ■ If turtles are in imminent danger they must be moved by hand out of harm's way, <br /> otherwise, they are to be left undisturbed. <br /> If following the above avoidance measures is not possible, please contact <br /> NH1S.Rev,ew@statea,ti".us as further action may be needed. <br /> For additional information, see the Blanding's turtle fact sheet, which describes the habitat use <br /> and life history of this species. The fact sheet also provides two lists of recommendations for <br /> avoiding and minimizing impacts to this rare turtle. Please refer to both lists of <br /> recommendations and apply those that are relevant to your project. For further assistance <br /> regarding the Blanding's turtle, please contact the DNR Regional Nongame Specialist, Erica <br /> Hoaglund. <br /> • The Natural Heritage Information System (NHIS)tracks bat roost trees and hibernacula plus some <br /> acoustic data, but this information is not exhaustive. Even if there are no bat records listed <br /> nearby, all seven of Minnesota's bats, including the federally endangered northern long-eared <br /> bat (Myotis septentrionalis), can be found throughout Minnesota. During the active season <br /> (approximately April-November) bats roost underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices of both <br /> live and dead trees. Tree removal can negatively impact bats by destroying roosting habitat, <br /> especially during the pup rearing season when females are forming maternity roosting colonies <br /> and the pups cannot yet fly. To minimize these impacts, the DNR recommends that tree removal <br /> be avoided from June 1 through August 15. <br /> • Please visit the DNR Rare Species Guide for more information on the habitat use of these species <br /> and recommended measures to avoid or minimize impacts. For further assistance with these <br /> species, please contact the appropriate DNR Regional Nongame Specialist or Regional Ecologist. <br /> Page 2 of 4 <br />