Habitat Suitability Model for Stephens Kangaroo Rat (Dipodomys stephensi)

The Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency is seeking a scientifically sound habitat suitability model and map to identify all potential habitat for the Stephens Kangaroo Rat within its geographic range. The model should be fine-grained and dynamic, allowing for periodic updates to reflect habitat changes due to management efforts and ecological processes. The agency will use this model to assist in identifying the most suitable habitat for acquisitions and to help prioritize management and monitoring efforts. • The contract is for the development of a habitat suitability model for the Stephens Kangaroo Rat. • The model should be fine-grained and dynamic, allowing for periodic updates. • The agency will use the model to assist in identifying the most suitable habitat for acquisitions and to help prioritize management and monitoring efforts. • The contract was awarded to Conservative Biology Institute. • The contract is pending approval by the Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors.