Instructions for Marbled Murrelet Form Western Washington Forest Practices Application / Notification - Washington

This document was released by Washington State Department of Natural Resources and contains the most recent official instructions for Marbled Murrelet Form Western Washington Forest Practices Application/Notification .

FAQ

Q: What is the Marbled Murrelet Form?
A: The Marbled Murrelet Form is a document used in Western Washington Forest Practices Application/Notification for conservation of Marbled Murrelets.

Q: What is the purpose of the Marbled Murrelet Form?
A: The purpose of the Marbled Murrelet Form is to gather information and assess potential impacts of forest practices on the Marbled Murrelet habitat.

Q: What is a Marbled Murrelet?
A: Marbled Murrelet is a small seabird that nests in Pacific coastal forests and is vulnerable to habitat loss.

Q: What information is required in the Marbled Murrelet Form?
A: The Marbled Murrelet Form requires information such as location of proposed forest practices, potential impacts on Marbled Murrelet habitat, and measures for mitigating those impacts.

Q: Who is responsible for completing the Marbled Murrelet Form?
A: The applicant or project proponent is responsible for completing the Marbled Murrelet Form.

Q: Is the Marbled Murrelet protected under any laws?
A: Yes, the Marbled Murrelet is protected under the Endangered Species Act and the Forest Practices Act.

Q: Can forest practices be conducted in Marbled Murrelet habitat?
A: Forest practices can be conducted in Marbled Murrelet habitat, but they require careful consideration and mitigation measures to minimize impacts on the bird and its habitat.

Q: What happens after submitting the Marbled Murrelet Form?
A: After submitting the Marbled Murrelet Form, it will be reviewed by the relevant authorities to assess the potential impacts and determine whether any additional measures are needed for protection of the Marbled Murrelet habitat.