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Status of Greater Sage-Grouse in the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment—An Evaluation of Population Trends, Habitat Selection, and Efficacy of Conservation Actions

Open-File Report 2024-1030
Ecosystems Mission Areas—Species Management Research Program
Prepared in cooperation with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, Great Basin Bird Observatory, and U.S. Forest Service
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https://doi.org/10.3133/ofr20241030

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  • Data Releases:
    • USGS Data Release - Rasters and tables for selection and survival of greater sage-grouse nests and broods in the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment of California and Nevada
    • USGS Data Release - Greater sage-grouse habitat selection, survival, abundance, and space-use in the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment of California and Nevada
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Preface

This study was completed to provide timely scientific information regarding greater sage-grouse population trends, habitat selection, and the efficacy of previous conservation actions implemented to benefit the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment (DPS). Specifically, we provide these analyses to inform the current (2024) status review and pending listing decision for the DPS being undertaken by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. These findings provide updated, detailed, and comprehensive information regarding the status of a geographically isolated and genetically distinct population of a species of high conservation concern and their habitat. Importantly, this report also provides information on the efficacy of previously implemented conservation actions targeting the Bi-State DPS in a framework that is transferable throughout the species’ range.

Suggested Citation

Coates, P.S., Milligan, M.C., Prochazka, B.G., Brussee, B.E., O’Neil, S.T., Lundblad, C.G., Webster, S.C., Weise, C.L., Mathews, S.R., Chenaille, M.P., Aldridge, C.L., O’Donnell, M.S., Espinosa, S.P., Sturgill, A.C., Doherty, K.E., Tull, J.C., Miller, K., Wiechman, L.A., Abele, S., Boone, J., Stone, H., and Casazza, M.L., 2024, Status of greater sage-grouse in the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment—An evaluation of population trends, habitat selection, and efficacy of conservation actions: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 2024–1030, 74 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/ofr20241030.

ISSN: 2331-1258 (online)

Study Area

Table of Contents

  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • Executive Summary
  • Background
  • Study Area
  • Field Methods
  • Objective 1. Map Sage-Grouse Habitat Selection and Demographic Performance within the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment
  • Objective 2. Evaluate Population Abundance, Trends, and Distribution of Sage-Grouse within the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment
  • Objective 3. Evaluate Efficacy of Ongoing Conservation Actions Targeting Sage-Grouse within the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment
  • Interpretation and Synthesis
  • References Cited
  • Appendix 1. Results of Variable Selection Analyses
  • Appendix 2. Habitat Changes Over Time in Bi-State Distinct Population Segment
Publication type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Title Status of greater sage-grouse in the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment—An evaluation of population trends, habitat selection, and efficacy of conservation actions
Series title Open-File Report
Series number 2024-1030
DOI 10.3133/ofr20241030
Year Published 2024
Language English
Publisher U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher location Reston, VA
Contributing office(s) Western Ecological Research Center
Description Report: x, 74 p.; 2 Data Releases
Country United States
State California, Nevada
Online Only (Y/N) Y
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