Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
$14,756  Statewide 

This project is designed to fill data gaps, establish baseline data, and identify important habitats for two focal SGCN (Silver-haired Bat and Hoary Bat). The data generated by the Motus network will be used to support research and conservation and management decisions for these SGCN, and to minimizing impacts to these species from future land use actions such as energy development or resource extraction. Expanding the Motus network in Oregon has the potential to increase availability of data on habitat use and migratory pathways for the 28 SGCN (such as the Western Purple Martin) and 7 Data Gap Species currently tracked by projects within the Motus network. Ultimately, our work will contribute towards expanding the geographically diverse cooperative of Motus researchers who are working to address shared conservation goals at a meaningful scale.