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GENERAL BIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
FOR
ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBERS
0237-411-13 & 14
CITY OF FONTANA
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Prepared for: NewBridge Homes 500 Newport Center Drive, Suite 570 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Prepared By: Hernandez Environmental Services 17037 Lakeshore Drive Lake Elsinore, California 92530 (909) 772-9009 SEPTEMBER 2022
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ i 1.0 Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Project Site Location .............................................................................................................. 1 1.2 Project Description ................................................................................................................ 1
2.0 Methodology.................................................................................................................................... 1 2.1 Literature Review .................................................................................................................. 1 2.2 Field Survey ........................................................................................................................... 2 3.0 Existing Conditions and Results ...................................................................................................... 2 3.1 Environmental Setting ........................................................................................................... 2
3.2 Soils ........................................................................................................................................ 2 3.3 Plant and Habitat Communities ............................................................................................. 3 3.4 Wildlife .................................................................................................................................. 3 3.5 Regional Connectivity/Wildlife Movement ........................................................................... 3 4.0 Sensitive Biological Resources .................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Threatened and Endangered Species ..................................................................................... 4
4.1.1 Threatened and Endangered Plants ........................................................................ 4 4.1.2 Other Sensitive Plants ............................................................................................ 7 4.1.3 Threatened and Endangered Wildlife ..................................................................... 8 4.2 Critical Habitat ..................................................................................................................... 13
4.3 Nesting Birds ....................................................................................................................... 13
4.4 Other City, County, Regional, State, or Federal Conservation Plans .................................. 13 4.5 Jurisdictional Waters ............................................................................................................ 13 5.0 Impacts ....................................................................................................................................... 13 5.2 Impacts to Sensitive Species ................................................................................................ 14
5.2.1 Sensitive Plant Species ......................................................................................... 14
5.2.2 Sensitive Wildlife Species .................................................................................... 14 5.3 Impacts to Critical Habitats ................................................................................................. 15 5.4 Impacts to Migratory Birds ................................................................................................. 15 5.5 Impacts to Wildlife Movement Corridors ............................................................................ 15
5.6 Impacts to Jurisdictional Waters .......................................................................................... 16 6.0 Recommendations ...................................................................................................................... 16 7.0 Certification ............................................................................................................................... 18 8.0 References .................................................................................................................................. 19
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FIGURES
Figure 1 – Location Map
Figure 2 – Vicinity Map
Figure 3 – Project Plans
Figure 4 – Study Area Map
Figure 5 – Habitat Map
Figure 6 – Impact Map
APPENDICES
Appendix A – Observed Species List
Appendix B – Potential Species List
Appendix C – Site Photographs
Appendix D – Soils Map
Appendix E – Coastal California Gnatcatcher Survey Report
Appendix F – Botanical Survey Report
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1.0 Introduction
Hernandez Environmental Services (HES) was retained by NewBridge Homes to prepare a
General Biological Assessment (GBA) for the Southridge Project located in the City of Fontana,
San Bernardino County, California.
1.1 Project Site Location
The approximate 36.9-acre project site is located east of Live Oak Avenue, northwest of Long
View Drive, and south of Village Drive in the City of Fontana, San Bernardino County,
California (Figures 1 and 2, Location Map and Vicinity Map). The project site consists of
Assessor’s Parcel Numbers (APNs) 0237-411-13 and 14. Specifically, the project site is located
within Section 35, Township 1 South, Range 6 West of the Fontana United States Geological
Survey (USGS) 7.5-minute topographic quadrangles. Project center point latitude and longitude
are 34°02’24.3773” North and 117°28’52.6306” West.
1.2 Project Description
The proposed project consists of the construction of 239 new residences with an associated park
and recreation area. The park will include a walking trail and a dog park. The recreation area will
include a community room and kitchen, outdoor patio, pool and spa, cabanas, BBQ’s, shade
structure, lawn area, and tot lot. The properties will include garage, driveway, and parallel
parking. The development is expected to impact the entire 36.9 acres (Figure 3, Project Plans).
2.0 Methodology
2.1 Literature Review
HES conducted a literature review and reviewed aerial photographs and topographic maps of the
project location and surrounding areas. The following USGS quads were used to query the
California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB): Fontana, Devore, San Bernardino North, San
Bernardino South, Riverside East, Riverside West, Corona North, Guasti, and Cucamonga Peak.
The United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) County Endangered Species Lists, and
California Native Plant Society's (CNPS) Rare Plant Inventory were reviewed to obtain species
information for the project area.
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2.2 Field Survey
On May 24, 2021, HES conducted a field survey of the approximate 36.9-acre project site and
the surrounding areas for a total 57.95-acre study area (Figures 4, Study Area Map). Ambient
temperature at 12:00 PM on May 24, 2021, was 90° Fahrenheit, sunny, with winds ranging from
0 to 9 miles per hour from the northwest. On April 8, 2022, HES returned to the site to further
examine the area east of the project site. The purpose of the field surveys was to document the
existing habitat conditions, obtain plant and animal species information, view the surrounding
uses, assess the potential for state and federal waters, assess the potential for wildlife movement
corridors, and assess for the presence of critical habitat constituent elements.
A study area of 57.95 acres was surveyed. Linear transects approximately 50 feet apart were
walked for 100 percent coverage. All species observed were recorded and Global Positioning
System (GPS) way points were taken to delineate specific habitat types, species locations, state
or federal waters, or any other information that would be useful for the assessment of the project
site. Areas that were too difficult to access via foot due to topography were surveyed using
binoculars. The complete list of species observed is included in Appendix A, Observed Species
List. Representative sits images were taken and are included in Appendix C, Site Photographs.
3.0 Existing Conditions and Results
3.1 Environmental Setting
The project site consists of brittlebush (Encelia farinosa) dominant disturbed coastal sage scrub
to the east, ornamental woodland habitat to the west, and disturbed habitat that exists within the
coastal sage scrub and consists of graded walking trails. The site consists of developed land to
the west and vacant land on a hill to the east. Onsite elevations range from 915 feet above mean
sea level (AMSL) to 1,000 feet AMSL. The property is surrounded by single-family residences
and commercial buildings to the northwest, Southridge Park to the southwest, single-family
residences to the south, and vacant land and a large hill side with disturbed rock faces to the east.
3.2 Soils
Three soil classes are identified to occur on the project site by the USDA Web Soil Survey
(Appendix D, Soils Map). Soil at the project site is classified as follows:
• Cieneba sandy loam (CnD), 9 to 15 percent slopes;
• Cieneba-Rock outcrop complex (Cr), 30 to 50 percent slopes, MLRA 20; and,
• Tujunga loamy sand (TuB), 0 to 5 percent slopes.
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3.3 Plant and Habitat Communities
The 36.9-acre project site contains 7.60 acres of Riversidean Sage Scrub habitat, 8.80 acres of
developed habitat dominated by ornamental vegetation, and 20.5 acres of disturbed habitat
consisting of paved walking trails (Figure 5, Habitat Map). Following is a description of each
habitat type:
Riversidean Sage Scrub
Approximately 7.60 acres of disturbed Riversidean coastal sage scrub habitat occurs within the
project site. This habitat type is characterized as a shrub canopy with brittlebush as the dominant
species and numerous other shrub species. The shrub canopy is open and exists on the east
portion of the project site. This habitat type is typically found on dry or sandy well-drained soils.
Other species found in this habitat include California buckwheat (Erriogonum fasciculatum) and
California sagebush (Artemisia californica).
Developed
Approximately 8.80 acres of developed habitat occurs within the project site. This land is
characterized by ornamental woodland vegetation that surrounds Southridge Park to the east.
Walking paths and remote-control car tracks exist in this area. Species found in this habitat
include red iron bark (Eucalyptus sideroxylon), blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus), and ash trees
(Fraxinus sp.).
Disturbed
Approximately 20.5 acres of disturbed habitat occurs within the project site. This area is
characterized by graded dirt paths, and areas with very little or non-native vegetation. The
dominant plant species in these areas is shortpod mustard (Hirschfeldia incana). The trails are
continually used for recreational walking and hiking purposes. The disturbed area does not
provide sustainable habitat for species.
3.4 Wildlife
General wildlife species documented on the project site or within the vicinity of the site include
Cooper’s hawk (Accipiter cooperii), mourning dove (Zenaida macroura), and black phoebe
(Sayornis nigricans).
3.5 Regional Connectivity/Wildlife Movement
Wildlife movement corridors can be local or regional in scale; their functions may vary
temporally and spatially based on conditions and species present. Wildlife corridors represent
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areas where wildlife movement is concentrated due to natural or anthropogenic constraints.
Local corridors provide access to resources such as food, water, and shelter. Animals use these
corridors, which are often hillsides or riparian areas, to move between different habitats.
Regional corridors provide these functions and link two or more large habitat areas. They
provide avenues for wildlife dispersal, migration, and contact between otherwise distinct
populations.
The project site is not located within a designated wildlife corridor or linkage. The project area
was evaluated for its function as a wildlife corridor that species use to move between wildlife
habitat zones. The project site contains a portion of a hillside consisting of vacant land
characterized by disturbed Riversidean sage scrub that is bordered by vacant land to the east. The
project site is bordered by urban development to the north, east, and south, preventing the site
from being used as a regional corridor. The project site does not have potential to function as a
local corridor for wildlife.
4.0 Sensitive Biological Resources
4.1 Threatened and Endangered Species
A total of 64 sensitive species of plants and 59 sensitive species of animals has the potential to
occur on or within the vicinity of the project location. These include those species listed or
candidates for listing by the USFWS, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and
CNPS. All habitats utilized by these species were evaluated during the site visit and a
determination has been made for the presence or probability of presence in this report. This
section will address those species listed as Candidate, Rare, Threatened, or Endangered under the
state and federal Endangered Species laws or directed to be evaluated under other state, county,
or municipal regulations. Other special status species will be reported in Appendix B, Potential
Species List.
4.1.1 Threatened and Endangered Plants
A total of sixteen plant species are listed as state and/or federal Threatened, Endangered,
Candidate, or 1B.1 listed plants on the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. Other sensitive species which
have a potential to occur on the project site will also be discussed in this section. The following
are descriptions of these species:
Chaparral sand-verbena
Chaparral sand-verbena (Abronia villosa var. aurita) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
Inventory. It is found in sandy areas of chaparral, coastal scrub, and desert dunes habitats.
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Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species has the potential to be present.
San Diego ambrosia
San Diego ambrosia (Ambrosia pumila) is listed as federally Endangered and ranked 1B.1 in the
CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. Its habitat includes wetlands in chaparral, coastal sage scrub, valley
and foothill grassland. It is commonly found in sandy loam or clay soil and sometimes in
alkaline soils. This species persists where disturbance has been superficial. It is also sometimes
found on margins or near vernal pools. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the
project site. This species is not present.
Marsh sandwort
Marsh sandwort (Arenaria paludicola) is a federally and state listed Endangered Species and is
ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS rare plant inventory. It is found in freshwater marsh, wetland, and
marsh and swamp habitats. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This
species is not present.
Horn’s milk-vetch
Horn’s milk-vetch (Astragalus hornii var. hornii) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
Inventory. It is typically found in alkali playa, meadow, seep, and wetland habitats. No suitable
habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Nevin’s barberry
Nevin’s barberry (Berberis nevinii) is a federally and state listed Endangered Species and is
ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. It is typically found on steep, north facing slopes
or in low grade sandy washes. Its habitat includes chaparral, cismontane woodland, coastal
scrub, and riparian scrub. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species was not
found during general biological surveys or focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This
species is not present.
Thread-leaved brodiaea
The thread-leaved brodiaea (Brodiaea filifolia) is a federally Threatened, state Endangered and a
CNPS 1B.1 listed plant. This species is usually associated with annual grassland and vernal pools
and is often surrounded by shrubland habitats. Its habitats include chaparral, cismontane
woodlands, coastal sage scrub, valley and foothill grasslands, vernal pools and wetland. No
suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Smooth tarplant
Smooth tarplant (Centromadia pungens ssp. laevis) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
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Inventory. Its habitat includes alkali playa, chenopod scrub, meadows and seeps, riparian
woodlands, wetlands, and valley and foothill grasslands. It is commonly found in alkali
meadow, alkali scrub, and disturbed habitat. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the
project site. This species is not present.
Salt marsh bird’s-beak
Salt marsh bird’s beak (Chloropyron maritimum ssp. maritimum) is a federally and state listed
Endangered Species and is ranked 1B.2 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. This species is
limited to the higher zones of salt marsh habitat at elevations of less than ten meters. Its habitat
includes coastal dunes, marsh and swamp, salt marsh, and wetland. No suitable habitat for this
species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Parry’s spineflower
Parry’s spineflower (Chorizanthe parryi var. parryi) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
Inventory. The species occurs in dry, sandy soils on dry slopes and flats, sometimes at the
interface of two vegetations types, such as chaparral and oak woodland. Its habitat includes
coastal scrub, chaparral, cismontane woodland, valley and foothill grassland. Suitable habitat is
present on the project site. This species was not found on site during focused rare plant surveys.
This species is not present.
Slender-horned spineflower
Slender-horned spineflower (Dodecahema leptoceras) is a federally and state listed Endangered
Species and is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. This species is typically found
near flood deposited terraces and washes. Its habitat includes chaparral, cismontane woodland,
and coastal scrub (alluvial fan sage scrub). No suitable habitat for this species is present on the
project site. This species is not present.
Santa Ana River woollystar
Santa Ana River woollystar (Eriastrum densifolium ssp. sanctorum) is a federally and state listed
Endangered Species and is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. It is typically found
in sandy soils on river floodplains or terraced fluvial deposits. Its habitat includes chaparral and
coastal scrub. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is
not present.
Mesa horkelia
Mesa horkelia (Horkelia cuneate var. puberula) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
Inventory. It is typically found in sandy or gravelly sites. Its habitat includes chaparral,
cismontane woodland, and coastal scrub. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This
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species was not found during focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This species is not
present.
Coulter’s goldfields
Coulter’s goldfields (Lasthenia glabrata ssp.coulteri) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
Inventory. Its habitat includes alkali playas, marsh, swamp, salt marsh, vernal pool, and wetland.
It is usually found on alkaline soils in playas, sinks, and grasslands. No suitable habitat for this
species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Jokerst’s monardella
Jokerst’s monardella (Monardella australis ssp. jokerstii) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant
Inventory. It is found on steep scree or talus slopes between breccia. Its habitat includes
chaparral, and lower montane coniferous forest. No suitable habitat for this species is present on
the project site. This species is not present.
Gambel’s water cress
Gambel’s water cress (Nasturtium gambelii) is federally listed Endangered Species, a state listed
Threatened Species, and is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. It is found in
freshwater and brackish marshes at the margins of lakes and along streams, in or just above the
water level. Its habitat includes brackish marsh, freshwater marsh, marsh and swamp, and
wetland. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not
present.
Brand’s star phacelia
Brand’s star phacelia (Phacelia stellaris) is ranked 1B.1 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory. Its
habitat includes coastal dunes and coastal scrub. Suitable habitat is present on the project site.
This species was not found during focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This species is
not present.
4.1.2 Other Sensitive Plants
Plummer’s mariposa-lily
Plumer’s mariposa-lily (Calchortus plummerae) is ranked 4.2 in the CNPS Rare Plant Inventory.
It is found in chaparral, coastal scrub, valley and foothill grassland, woodland, and coniferous
forest habitat in rocky or sandy sites. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species
was not found during focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This species is not present.
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Intermediate mariposa-lily
Intermediate mariposa-lily (Calochortus weedii var. intermedius) is ranked 1B.2 in the CNPS
Rare Plant Inventory. It is found in coastal scrub, grassland, and chaparral on dry, rocky
calcareous slopes and rock outcrops. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species
was not found during focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This species is not present.
Robinson’s pepper-grass
Robinson’s pepper-grass (Lepidium virginicum var. robinsonii) is ranked 4.3 in the CNPS Rare
Plant Inventory. This species is typically found in dry soils and shrubland. Its habitat includes
chaparral and coastal scrub. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species was not
found during focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This species is not present.
White rabbit-tobacco
White rabbit-tobacco (Pseudognaphalium leucocephalum) is ranked 2B.2 in the CNPS Rare
Plant Inventory. It is found in sandy, gravelly sites. Its habitat includes chaparral, cismontane
woodland, coastal scrub, and riparian woodland. Suitable habitat is present on the project site.
This species was not found during focused rare plant surveys performed on site. This species is
not present.
4.1.3 Threatened and Endangered Wildlife
A total of twenty-four wildlife species are listed as state and/or federally Threatened,
Endangered, or Candidate species. Other sensitive species which have a potential to occur on the
project site will also be discussed in this section. All sensitive species within a 5-mile radius of
project area were reviewed and a complete list of those species are discussed in in Appendix B,
Potential Species List. The following are descriptions of these species:
Cooper’s hawk
Cooper’s hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is a CDFW Watch List Species. It is found in cismontane
woodland, riparian forest, riparian woodland, and upper montane coniferous forest habitat. It
nests mainly in riparian growths of deciduous trees and live oaks, and its nesting season is
between February 15 and August 15. Suitable habitat for this species is present on the project
site. This species was observed during the biological assessment. This species is present.
Tricolored blackbird
Tricolored blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) is a state listed Candidate Endangered Species and listed
by the CDFW as a Species of Special Concern. Its habitat includes freshwater marsh, marsh and
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swamp, and wetland. This species is largely endemic to California and is most numerous in and
around Central Valley. This species requires open accessible water, protected nesting substrate,
and foraging area with insect prey within a few kilometers of the colony. No suitable habitat for
this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Southern California rufous-crowned sparrow
Southern California rufous-crowned sparrow (Aimophila ruficeps canescens) is a CDFW Watch
List Species. It frequents relatively steep, often rocky hillsides with grass and forb patches. This
species is a resident in Southern California coastal sage scrub and sparse mixed chaparral.
Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species has the potential to be present.
California glossy snake
California glossy snake (Arizona elegans occidentalis) is a CDFW Species of Special Concern.
This species is found in arid scrub, rocky washes, grassland and chaparral habitats, often with
loose or sandy soils. It is patchily distributed from the eastern portion of San Francisco Bay,
southern San Joaquin Valley, and the Coast, Transverse, and Peninsular ranges, south to Baja
California. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species has the potential to be
present.
Bell’s sage sparrow
Bell’s sage sparrow (Artemisiospiza belli belli) is a CDFW Watch List Species. This species is
found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats. This species typically nests on the ground beneath
or in shrubs. Suitable habitat is present on the project site. This species has the potential to be
present.
Coastal whiptail
The coastal whiptail (Aspidoscelis tigris stejnegeri) is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. It is
typically found in hot, dry, flat open spaces in deserts or semi-arid areas. Suitable habitat is
present on the project site. This species has the potential to be present.
Burrowing owl
Burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. The species lives in
dry, open grasslands, deserts, and scrublands characterized by low-growing vegetation. The
burrowing owl is a subterranean nester and depends on burrowing mammals, such as ground
squirrels. No suitable habitat is present on the project site. The site consists of a hill, whereas
burrowing owl prefer flat, open land. This species is not present.
Swainson’s hawk
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Swainson’s hawk (Buteo swainsoni) is a state listed Threatened Species. This species favors
open grasslands for foraging but also occurs in agricultural settings. It relies on scattered stands
of trees near agricultural fields and grasslands for nesting sites. Its habitats include great basin
grassland, riparian forest, riparian woodland, and valley and foothill grassland. No suitable
habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Santa Ana sucker
Santa Ana sucker (Catostomus santaanae) is a federally listed Threatened Species. Its habitat
includes aquatic and south coast flowing waters. This species prefers sand-rubble-boulder
bottoms, cool and clear water, and algae. It is endemic to Los Angeles Basin south coastal
streams. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not
present.
Southern rubber boa
Southern-rubber boa (Charina umbratical) is a state listed Threatened Species. Its habitat
includes meadow and seep, riparian forest, riparian woodland, upper montane coniferous forest,
and wetland. This species is typically found near streams or wet meadows, and requires loose,
moist soil for burrowing. It seeks cover in rotting logs, rock outcrops, and under surface litter. It
is known to be found in the San Bernardino and San Jacinto mountains and has been reported to
be found in other areas, but further research is required. No suitable habitat for this species is
present on the project site. This species is not present.
Western yellow-billed cuckoo
Western yellow-billed cuckoo (Coccyzus americanus occidentalis) is a federally listed
Threatened and state listed Endangered Species. This species typically nests in riparian jungles
of willows, often mixed with cottonwoods, with a lower story of blackberry, nettles, or wild
grape. It is found in riparian forest habitat. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the
project site. This species is not present.
San Bernardino kangaroo rat
San Bernardino kangaroo rat (Dipodomys merriami parvus) is a federally listed Endangered
Species, a state listed Candidate Endangered Species, and a CDFW Species of Special Concern.
It is found in coastal scrub habitat. This species is found in alluvial scrub vegetation on sandy
loam substrates, characteristic of alluvial fans and flood plains. It needs early to intermediate
seral stages. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not
present.
Stephens’ kangaroo rat
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Stephens’ kangaroo rat (Dipodomys stephensi) is a federally listed Endangered and state listed
Threatened Species. This species is found in coastal sage scrub with sparse vegetation cover,
and in valley and foothill grasslands. This species prefers buckwheat, chamise, brome grass, and
filaree, and will burrow into firm soil. The hill on site consist of very little buckwheat and no
chamise. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not
present.
Southwestern willow flycatcher
Southwestern willow flycatcher (Empidonax traillii extimus) is a federally and state listed
Endangered Species. It is found in riparian woodland habitat in southern California. No suitable
habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Quino checkerspot butterfly
Quino checkerspot butterfly (Euphydryas editha quino) is a federally listed Endangered Species.
It is found in chaparral and coastal sage scrub. This species requires high densities of food
plants, including Plantago erecta, P. insularis, and Orthocarpus purpurescens. No suitable
habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
California black rail
California black rail (Laterallus jamaicensis coturniculus) is a state listed Threatened Species
and is a CDFW Fully Protected Species. It inhabits freshwater marshes, wet meadows, and
shallow margins of saltwater marshes bordering larger bays. This species needs water depths of
about one inch that do not fluctuate throughout the year and dense vegetation for nesting habitat.
Its habitat includes brackish marsh, freshwater marsh, marsh and swamp, salt marsh, and
wetland. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not
present.
San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit
San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit (Lepus californicus bennettii) is a CDFW Species of Special
Concern. This species is found in coastal sage scrub throughout Southern California. Suitable
habitat is present on the project site. This species has the potential to be present.
Steelhead – southern California DPS
Steelhead-southern California DPS (Oncorhynchus mykiss irideus pop. 10) is a federally listed
Endangered Species. This species is likely to have greater physiological tolerances to warmer
water and more variable conditions. Its habitats include aquatic and south coast flowing waters.
No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
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Coast horned lizard
Coast horned lizard (Phrynosoma blainvillii) is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. This
species is found in coastal sage scrub, coastal bluff scrub, chaparral, cismontane woodland,
desert wash, pinon and juniper woodlands, riparian scrub, riparian woodland, and valley and
foothill grassland. This species thrives in open areas for sunning, bushes for cover, patches of
loos soil for burial, and an abundant supply of ants and other insects. Suitable habitat is present
on the project site. This species has the potential to be present.
Coastal California gnatcatcher
Coastal California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica) is a federally listed Threatened
Species and CDFW Species of Special Concern. This species is found in coastal bluff scrub and
coastal scrub habitat. This species is typically found in low, coastal sage scrub in arid washes, on
mesas and slopes. Suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. Focused surveys
for this species found it does not occupy the site. This species is not present.
Southern mountain yellow-legged frog
Southern mountain yellow-legged frog (Rana muscosa) is a federally and state listed Endangered
Species and a CDFW Watch List Species. It is found in aquatic habitat. This species is always
encountered within a few feet of water. Tadpoles may require two to four years to complete their
aquatic development. No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This
species is not present.
Delhi Sands flower-loving fly
Delhi Sands flower-loving fly (Rhaphiomidas terminates abdominalis) is a federally listed
endangered species. It requires fine, sandy soils, often with wholly or partly consolidated dunes
and sparse vegetation. It is found only in areas of the Delhi Sands formation in southwestern San
Bernardino and northwestern Riverside counties. This species is found in interior dune habitat.
No suitable habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Riverside fairy shrimp
Riverside fairy shrimp (Streptocephalus woottoni) is a federally listed endangered species. This
species is found in coastal scrub, valley and foothill grassland, vernal pool, and wetland habitat.
This species typically inhabits seasonally astatic pools filled by winter/spring rains. It is
endemic to Western Riverside, Orange, and San Diego counties in areas of tectonic swales, or
earth slump basins in grassland and coastal sage scrub habitat. No suitable habitat for this species
is present on the project site. This species is not present.
Least Bell’s vireo
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Least Bell’s vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus) is a state and federally Endangered Species. It inhabits
species such as willow and Baccharis of riparian forests, scrub, and woodland. No suitable
habitat for this species is present on the project site. This species is not present.
4.2 Critical Habitat
The east side of the project site is within federal critical habitat for the coastal California
gnatcatcher. Focused surveys for the coastal California gnatcatcher were completed from April
27 to June 3, 2021 (Appendix E, Coastal California Gnatcatcher Survey Report). Zero coastal
California gnatcatchers were found on site during the surveys.
4.3 Nesting Birds
Migratory non-game native bird species are protected under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty
Act. Additionally, Sections 3503, 3503.5, and 3513 of the California Fish and Game Code
prohibit take of all birds and their active nests. The study area has Riversidean sage scrub and
ornamental woodland habitat that can be used by nesting songbirds and raptors during the
nesting bird season of February 1 to September 15.
4.4 Other City, County, Regional, State, or Federal Conservation Plans
The proposed project would not be anticipated to conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local,
regional, or state habitat conservation plan.
4.5 Jurisdictional Waters
The project area does not contain any streams or drainages or riparian habitat. There are no
CDFW, United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), or Regional Water Quality Control
Board (RWQCB) jurisdictional waters within the project boundaries. Further, the project area
does not contain any wetlands or vernal pools.
5.0 Impacts
5.1 Impacts to Habitats
The proposed project consists of the construction of 239 new residences with an associated park,
and recreation area. The development of the proposed project will impact the entire 36.9 acres of
the project site, including 7.60 acres of Riversidean Sage Scrub habitat, 8.80 acres of developed
habitat, and 20.5 acres of disturbed habitat (Figure 6, Impact Map). The rock faces east of the
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project site will be scaled in order to remove or stabilize any hazards.
5.2 Impacts to Sensitive Species
To determine if the scaling activities on the rock faces east of the project site could have any
impacts to bat or raptor species the area at the base of the hill was walked and binoculars were
used to scan the hillside. No crevices or caves capable of supporting bat species was observed in
the study area. Furthermore, no large cliff ledges or nests that were observed on the rock faces
suggesting it is not used as nesting habitat by raptors. The following species have the potential to
occur on the project site and may be impacted by development of the site. Implementation of the
measures identified in the Recommendations section (Section 6.0) of this report will ensure that
potential impacts to these species are less than significant.
5.2.1 Sensitive Plant Species
No sensitive plant species are expected to be impacted by the proposed project.
5.2.2 Sensitive Wildlife Species
Cooper’s hawk
Cooper’s hawk is a CDFW Watch List Species. Suitable habitat for this species is present on the
project site. This species was observed during the biological assessment. Development of this
habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
Southern California rufous-crowned sparrow
Southern California rufous-crowned sparrow is a CDFW Watch List Species. The project site
contains potentially suitable habitat for this species within the brittlebush dominant coastal sage
scrub habitat. Development of this habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
California glossy snake
California glossy snake is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. The project site contains
potentially suitable habitat for this species within the brittlebush dominant coastal sage scrub
habitat. Development of this habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
Bell’s sage sparrow
Bell’s sage sparrow is a CDFW Watch List Species. The project site contains potentially suitable
habitat for this species within the brittlebush dominant coastal sage scrub habitat. Development
of this habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
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Coastal whiptail
The coastal whiptail is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. The project site contains potentially
suitable habitat for this species within the brittlebush dominant coastal sage scrub habitat.
Development of this habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit
San Diego black-tailed jackrabbit is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. The project site
contains potentially suitable habitat for this species within the brittlebush dominant coastal sage
scrub habitat. Development of this habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
Coast horned lizard
Coast horned lizard is a CDFW Species of Special Concern. The project site contains potentially
suitable habitat for this species within the brittlebush dominant coastal sage scrub habitat.
Development of this habitat has the potential to result in impacts to this species.
5.3 Impacts to Critical Habitats
The project site is within federal critical habitat for the coastal California gnatcatcher. Impacts to
this habitat are expected. Focused surveys completed for this species found zero coastal
California gnatcatcher within the project site boundary. The project does not have to mitigate for
critical habitat due to the absence of a federal nexus (i.e. federal drainage).
5.4 Impacts to Migratory Birds
Migratory nongame native bird species are protected under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty
Act. Additionally, Sections 3503, 3503.5 and 3513 of the California Fish and Game Code
prohibit take of all birds and their active nests. If the project will remove vegetation between
February 1 and September 15, the project will have a potential to impact nesting birds.
Implementation of the measures identified in the Recommendations section (Section 6.0) of this
report will ensure that potential impacts to nesting birds are less than significant.
5.5 Impacts to Wildlife Movement Corridors
The project site was evaluated for its function as a wildlife corridor that species would use to
move between wildlife habitat zones. Typically, mountain canyons or riparian corridors are used
by wildlife as corridors; the project site does not contain these features. The eastern portion of
the project site contains a hillside characterized by Riversidean sage and unvegetated dirt
walking trails. The project site is bordered by urban development to the north, west, and south.
The project area does not function as a wildlife corridor. No impacts to wildlife movement
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corridors are expected.
5.6 Impacts to Jurisdictional Waters
The project area does not contain any state or federal jurisdictional drainages; therefore, no
impacts will result from project implementation.
6.0 Recommendations
Based upon the findings of this report, it is recommended that the measures be implemented as
part of the project to avoid, minimize, or compensate for the anticipated impacts from project
activities:
Nesting Birds
• It is recommended that vegetation removal be conducted during the non-nesting season
for migratory birds to avoid direct impacts. The nesting season is between February 1
and September 15.
• If vegetation removal will occur during the migratory bird nesting season, between
February 1 and September 15, it is recommended that pre-construction nesting bird
surveys be performed within three days prior to vegetation removal.
• If active nests are found during nesting bird surveys, they shall be flagged, and a 200-foot
buffer for songbirds and 500-foot buffer for raptors, shall be fenced around the nests.
• A biological monitor shall visit the site once a week during ground disturbing activities to
ensure all fencing is in place and no sensitive species are being impacted.
Sensitive Species
• The Cooper’s hawk, Southern California rufous-crowned sparrow, Bell’s sage sparrow,
and coastal whiptail are sensitive bird species that has the potential to be present on the
site. If habitat suitable to support these species will be impacted, the measures identified
to mitigate potential impacts to nesting birds would ensure that potential impacts to these
species are less than significant.
• In order to minimize potential impacts to the California glossy snake, San Diego black-
tailed jackrabbit, and coastal horned lizard, a qualified biological monitor should be
present on the project site during all ground disturbing activities in undeveloped areas to
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7.0 CERTIFICATION: “I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this biological evaluation, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.”
DATE 9/7/2022 SIGNED
PROJECT MANAGER
Fieldwork Performed By:
Elizabeth Gonzalez
ASSOCIATE BIOLOGIST
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 1988a. California’s Wildlife, Volume I:
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 1988b. California’s Wildlife, Volume II:
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 1988c. California’s Wildlife, Volume III:
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 2014 (October). Natural Communities List.
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 2014 (October). Endangered and Threatened
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 2014 (October). Special Animals List . The
Resources Agency of California, Department of Fish and Game, Natural Diversity Data Base.
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CDFG (California Department of Fish and Game). 2015. RareFind On-line program. Data Base
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California and Nevada Region, Sacramento, California. 209 pp.
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Endangered or Threatened Species; Notice of Review. Federal Register 50 CFR Part 17. U.S.
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Washington, D.C.
FIGURES
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Figure 4
City of Fontana, San Berardino County, California
Southridge Project
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Figure 5
Habitat Map
Southridge Project
City of Fontana, San Berardino County, California
Legend
Project Site Boundary
Riversidean Sage Scrub(7.60 Acres)
Developed (8.80 Acres)
Disturbed (20.5 Acres)
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Figure 6
Impact Map
Southridge Project
City of Fontana, San Berardino County, California
Project Site Boundary
Impacts to Riversidean Sage Scrub(7.60 Acres)
Legend
Impacts to Developed Habitat
(8.80 Acres)
Impacts to Disturbed Habitat
(20.5 Acres)
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APPENDIX A
Observed Species List
Plant List
Scientific Name Common Name
Artemisia californica California sagebrush
Encelia farinosa Brittlebush
Erriogonum fasciculatum California buckwheat
Eucalyptus globulus Blue gum
Eucalyptus sideroxylon Red iron bark
Fraxinus sp. Ash tree
Fraxinus velutina Velvet ash
Pinus sp. Pine
Schinus mole Peruvian pepper tree
Wildlife List
Scientific Name Common Name
Accipiter cooperii Cooper’s hawk
Corvus brachyrhynchos American crow
Icterus cucullatus Hooded oriole
Passer domesticus House sparrow
Sayornis nigricans Black phoebe
Zenaida macroura Mourning dove
APPENDIX B
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Abronia villosa
var. aurita
chaparral sand-
verbena Dicots None None 1B.1
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Desert dunes
Chaparral,
coastal scrub,
desert dunes.
Sandy areas. -
60-1570 m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Ambrosia
monogyra
singlewhorl
burrobrush Dicots None None 2B.2
Chaparral |
Sonoran
desert scrub
Chaparral,
Sonoran
desert scrub.
Sandy soils. 5-
475 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Ambrosia
pumila
San Diego
ambrosia Dicots Endangered None 1B.1
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Chaparral,
coastal scrub,
valley and
foothill
grassland.
Sandy loam or
clay soil;
sometimes
alkaline. In
valleys;
persists where
disturbance
has been
superficial.
Sometimes on
margins or
near vernal
pools. 3-580
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Arctostaphylos
glandulosa ssp.
gabrielensis
San Gabriel
manzanita Dicots None None 1B.2 Chaparral Chaparral.
Rocky
outcrops; can
be dominant
shrub where it
occurs. 960-
2015 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Arenaria
paludicola
marsh
sandwort Dicots Endangered Endangered 1B.1
Freshwater
marsh | Marsh
& swamp |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps.
Growing up
through dense
mats of Typha,
Juncus,
Scirpus, etc. in
freshwater
marsh. Sandy
soil. 3-170 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Astragalus
hornii var.
hornii
Horn's milk-
vetch Dicots None None 1B.1
Alkali playa |
Meadow &
seep |
Wetland
Meadows and
seeps, playas.
Lake margins,
alkaline sites.
75-350 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Berberis
nevinii
Nevin's
barberry Dicots Endangered Endangered 1B.1
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Riparian scrub
Chaparral,
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub,
riparian scrub.
On steep, N-
facing slopes
or in low grade
sandy washes.
90-1590 m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Brodiaea
filifolia
thread-leaved
brodiaea Monocots Threatened Endangered 1B.1
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland |
Vernal pool |
Wetland
Chaparral
(openings),
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub,
playas, valley
and foothill
grassland,
vernal pools.
Usually
associated
with annual
grassland and
vernal pools;
often
surrounded by
shrubland
habitats.
Occurs in
openings on
clay soils. 15-
1030 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
California
Walnut
Woodland
California
Walnut
Woodland
Woodland None None Cismontane
woodland Not present.
Calochortus
palmeri var.
palmeri
Palmer's
mariposa-lily Monocots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest |
Meadow &
seep
Meadows and
seeps,
chaparral,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest.
Vernally moist
places in
yellow-pine
forest,
chaparral. 195-
2530 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Calochortus
plummerae
Plummer's
mariposa-lily Monocots None None 4.2
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest | Valley
& foothill
grassland
Coastal scrub,
chaparral,
valley and
foothill
grassland,
cismontane
woodland,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest.
Occurs on
rocky and
sandy sites,
usually of
granitic or
alluvial
material. Can
be very
common after
fire. 60-2500
m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Calochortus
weedii var.
intermedius
intermediate
mariposa-lily Monocots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Coastal scrub,
chaparral,
valley and
foothill
grassland.
Dry, rocky
calcareous
slopes and
rock outcrops.
60-1575 m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Carex comosa bristly sedge Monocots None None 2B.1
Coastal prairie
| Freshwater
marsh | Marsh
& swamp |
Valley &
foothill
grassland |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps,
coastal prairie,
valley and
foothill
grassland.
Lake margins,
wet places;
site below sea
level is on a
Delta island. -5-
1010 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Castilleja
lasiorhyncha
San
Bernardino
Mountains
owl's-clover
Dicots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Meadow &
seep |
Pavement
plain |
Riparian
woodland |
Upper
montane
coniferous
forest |
Wetland
Meadows and
seeps, pebble
plain, upper
montane
coniferous
forest,
chaparral,
riparian
woodland.
Mesic to
drying soils in
open areas of
stream and
meadow
margins or in
vernally wet
areas. 1140-
2320 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Centromadia
pungens ssp.
laevis
smooth
tarplant Dicots None None 1B.1
Alkali playa |
Chenopod
scrub |
Meadow &
seep | Riparian
woodland |
Valley &
foothill
grassland |
Wetland
Valley and
foothill
grassland,
chenopod
scrub,
meadows and
seeps, playas,
riparian
woodland.
Alkali
meadow, alkali
scrub; also in
disturbed
places. 5-1170
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Chloropyron
maritimum
ssp.
maritimum
salt marsh
bird's-beak Dicots Endangered Endangered 1B.2
Coastal dunes
| Marsh &
swamp | Salt
marsh |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps,
coastal dunes.
Limited to the
higher zones
of salt marsh
habitat. 0-10
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Chorizanthe
parryi var.
parryi
Parry's
spineflower Dicots None None 1B.1
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Coastal scrub,
chaparral,
cismontane
woodland,
valley and
foothill
grassland.
Dry slopes and
flats;
sometimes at
interface of 2
vegetation
types, such as
chaparral and
oak woodland.
Dry, sandy
soils. 90-1220
m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Chorizanthe
xanti var.
leucotheca
white-bracted
spineflower Dicots None None 1B.2
Coastal scrub |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands
Mojavean
desert scrub,
pinyon and
juniper
woodland,
coastal scrub
(alluvial fans).
Sandy or
gravelly
places. 365-
1830 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Cladium
californicum
California saw-
grass Monocots None None 2B.2
Alkali marsh |
Freshwater
marsh |
Meadow &
seep |
Wetland
Meadows and
seeps,
marshes and
swamps
(alkaline or
freshwater).
Freshwater or
alkaline moist
habitats. -40-
2150 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Claytonia
peirsonii ssp.
peirsonii
Peirson's
spring beauty Dicots None None 1B.2
Subalpine
coniferous
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Upper
montane
coniferous
forest,
subalpine
coniferous
forest.
Granitic scree
slopes, often
with a sandy
or fine soil
component
and granitic
cobbles. 1510-
2745 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Coastal and
Valley
Freshwater
Marsh
Coastal and
Valley
Freshwater
Marsh
Marsh None None
Marsh &
swamp |
Wetland
Not present.
Cuscuta
obtusiflora
var. glandulosa
Peruvian
dodder Dicots None None 2B.2
Marsh &
swamp |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps
(freshwater).
Freshwater
marsh. 15-280
m.
Not present.
Dodecahema
leptoceras
slender-
horned
spineflower
Dicots Endangered Endangered 1B.1
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub
Chaparral,
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub
(alluvial fan
sage scrub).
Flood
deposited
terraces and
washes;
associates
include
Encelia, Dalea,
Lepidospartum
, etc. Sandy
soils. 200-765
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Dudleya
multicaulis
many-
stemmed
dudleya
Dicots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Chaparral,
coastal scrub,
valley and
foothill
grassland.
In heavy, often
clayey soils or
grassy slopes.
1-910 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Eriastrum
densifolium
ssp. sanctorum
Santa Ana
River
woollystar
Dicots Endangered Endangered 1B.1 Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Coastal scrub,
chaparral.
In sandy soils
on river
floodplains or
terraced fluvial
deposits. 180-
705 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Eriogonum
microthecum
var. johnstonii
Johnston's
buckwheat Dicots None None 1B.3
Limestone |
Subalpine
coniferous
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Subalpine
coniferous
forest, upper
montane
coniferous
forest.
Slopes and
ridges on
granite or
limestone.
1795-2865 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Fimbristylis
thermalis
hot springs
fimbristylis Monocots None None 2B.2
Meadow &
seep |
Wetland
Meadows and
seeps
(alkaline).
Near hot
springs. 115-
1585 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Galium
californicum
ssp. primum
Alvin Meadow
bedstraw Dicots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest
Chaparral,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest.
Grows in
shade of trees
and shrubs at
the lower edge
of the pine
belt, in pine
forest-
chaparral
ecotone.
Granitic, sandy
soils. 1460-
1830 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Helianthus
nuttallii ssp.
parishii
Los Angeles
sunflower Dicots None None 1A
Freshwater
marsh | Marsh
& swamp |
Salt marsh |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps
(coastal salt
and
freshwater).
35-1525 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Horkelia
cuneata var.
puberula
mesa horkelia Dicots None None 1B.1
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub
Chaparral,
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub.
Sandy or
gravelly sites.
15-1645 m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Imperata
brevifolia
California
satintail Monocots None None 2B.1
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Meadow &
seep |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Riparian scrub
| Wetland
Coastal scrub,
chaparral,
riparian scrub,
mojavean
desert scrub,
meadows and
seeps (alkali),
riparian scrub.
Mesic sites,
alkali seeps,
riparian areas.
3-1495 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Lasthenia
glabrata ssp.
coulteri
Coulter's
goldfields Dicots None None 1B.1
Alkali playa |
Marsh &
swamp | Salt
marsh | Vernal
pool |
Wetland
Coastal salt
marshes,
playas, vernal
pools.
Usually found
on alkaline
soils in playas,
sinks, and
grasslands. 1-
1375 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Lepidium
virginicum var.
robinsonii
Robinson's
pepper-grass Dicots None None 4.3 Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Chaparral,
coastal scrub.
Dry soils,
shrubland. 4-
1435 m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Lilium parryi lemon lily Monocots None None 1B.2
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest |
Meadow &
seep | Riparian
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest |
Wetland
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest,
meadows and
seeps, riparian
forest, upper
montane
coniferous
forest.
Wet,
mountainous
terrain;
generally in
forested areas;
on shady
edges of
streams, in
open boggy
meadows and
seeps. 625-
2930 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Linanthus
concinnus
San Gabriel
linanthus Dicots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest, upper
montane
coniferous
forest,
chaparral.
Dry rocky
slopes, often
in Jeffrey
pine/canyon
oak forest.
1310-2560 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Lycium parishii Parish's desert-
thorn Dicots None None 2B.3
Coastal scrub |
Sonoran
desert scrub
Coastal scrub,
Sonoran
desert scrub.
-3-570 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Malacothamn
us parishii
Parish's bush-
mallow Dicots None None 1A Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Chaparral,
coastal sage
scrub.
In a wash. 305-
455 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Monardella
australis ssp.
jokerstii
Jokerst's
monardella Dicots None None 1B.1
Chaparral |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest,
chapparal.
Steep scree or
talus slopes
between
breccia.
Secondary
alluvial
benches along
drainages and
washes. 210-
1740 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Monardella
pringlei
Pringle's
monardella Dicots None None 1A Coastal scrub Coastal scrub.Sandy hills.
300-400 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Muhlenbergia
californica
California
muhly Monocots None None 4.3
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest |
Meadow &
seep
Coastal scrub,
chaparral,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest,
meadows and
seeps.
Usually found
near streams
or seeps. 100-
2000 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Muhlenbergia
utilis aparejo grass Monocots None None 2B.2
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Marsh &
swamp |
Meadow &
seep |
Ultramafic
Meadows and
seeps,
marshes and
swamps,
chaparral,
coastal scrub,
cismontane
woodland.
Sometimes
alkaline,
sometimes
serpentinite.
25-2325 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Nasturtium
gambelii
Gambel's
water cress Dicots Endangered Threatened 1B.1
Brackish marsh
| Freshwater
marsh | Marsh
& swamp |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps.
Freshwater
and brackish
marshes at the
margins of
lakes and
along streams,
in or just
above the
water level. 5-
305 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Navarretia
prostrata
prostrate
vernal pool
navarretia
Dicots None None 1B.2
Coastal scrub |
Meadow &
seep | Valley
& foothill
grassland |
Vernal pool |
Wetland
Coastal scrub,
valley and
foothill
grassland,
vernal pools,
meadows and
seeps.
Alkaline soils
in grassland, or
in vernal
pools. Mesic,
alkaline sites.
3-1235 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Opuntia
basilaris var.
brachyclada
short-joint
beavertail Dicots None None 1B.2
Chaparral |
Joshua tree
woodland |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands
Chaparral,
Joshua tree
woodland,
Mojavean
desert scrub,
pinyon and
juniper
woodland.
Sandy soil or
coarse,
granitic loam.
425-2015 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Oreonana
vestita
woolly
mountain-
parsley
Dicots None None 1B.3
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest |
Subalpine
coniferous
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Subalpine
coniferous
forest, upper
montane
coniferous
forest, lower
montane
coniferous
forest.
High ridges; on
scree, talus, or
gravel. 800-
3370 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Phacelia
stellaris
Brand's star
phacelia Dicots None None 1B.1 Coastal dunes
| Coastal scrub
Coastal scrub,
coastal dunes.
Open areas. 3-
370 m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Pseudognapha
lium
leucocephalu
m
white rabbit-
tobacco Dicots None None 2B.2
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Riparian
woodland
Riparian
woodland,
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub,
chaparral.
Sandy, gravelly
sites. 35-515
m.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Ribes
divaricatum
var. parishii
Parish's
gooseberry Dicots None None 1A Riparian
woodland
Riparian
woodland.
Salix swales in
riparian
habitats. 65-
300 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Riversidian
Alluvial Fan
Sage Scrub
Riversidian
Alluvial Fan
Sage Scrub
Scrub None None Coastal scrub Present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Sagittaria
sanfordii
Sanford's
arrowhead Monocots None None 1B.2
Marsh &
swamp |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps.
In standing or
slow-moving
freshwater
ponds,
marshes, and
ditches. 0-605
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Schoenus
nigricans black bog-rush Monocots None None 2B.2
Marsh &
swamp |
Wetland
Marshes and
swamps.
Often in
alkaline
marshes. 120-
1525 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Senecio
aphanactis
chaparral
ragwort Dicots None None 2B.2
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub
Chaparral,
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub.
Drying alkaline
flats. 20-1020
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Sidalcea
neomexicana
salt spring
checkerbloom Dicots None None 2B.2
Alkali playa |
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Wetland
Playas,
chaparral,
coastal scrub,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest,
Mojavean
desert scrub.
Alkali springs
and marshes. 3-
2380 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Southern
California
Arroyo
Chub/Santa
Ana Sucker
Stream
Southern
California
Arroyo
Chub/Santa
Ana Sucker
Stream
Inland Waters None None Not present.
Southern
Cottonwood
Willow
Riparian Forest
Southern
Cottonwood
Willow
Riparian Forest
Riparian None None Riparian forest Not present.
Southern
Riparian Forest
Southern
Riparian Forest Riparian None None Riparian forest Not present.
Southern
Riparian Scrub
Southern
Riparian Scrub Riparian None None Riparian scrub Not present.
Southern
Sycamore
Alder Riparian
Woodland
Southern
Sycamore
Alder Riparian
Woodland
Riparian None None Riparian
woodland Not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Southern
Willow Scrub
Southern
Willow Scrub Riparian None None Riparian scrub Not present.
Sphenopholis
obtusata
prairie wedge
grass Monocots None None 2B.2
Cismontane
woodland |
Meadow &
seep |
Wetland
Cismontane
woodland,
meadows and
seeps.
Open moist
sites, along
rivers and
springs,
alkaline desert
seeps. 15-2625
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Streptanthus
bernardinus
Laguna
Mountains
jewelflower
Dicots None None 4.3
Chaparral |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Chaparral,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest.
Clay or
decomposed
granite soils;
sometimes in
disturbed
areas such as
streamsides or
roadcuts. 1440-
2500 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Streptanthus
campestris
southern
jewelflower Dicots None None 1B.3
Chaparral |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest | Pinon
& juniper
woodlands
Chaparral,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest, pinyon
and juniper
woodland.
Open, rocky
areas. 605-
2590 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Rare Plant
Rank Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Symphyotrichu
m defoliatum
San
Bernardino
aster
Dicots None None 1B.2
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest | Marsh
& swamp |
Meadow &
seep | Valley
& foothill
grassland
Meadows and
seeps,
cismontane
woodland,
coastal scrub,
lower
montane
coniferous
forest,
marshes and
swamps, valley
and foothill
grassland.
Vernally mesic
grassland or
near ditches,
streams and
springs;
disturbed
areas. 3-2045
m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Viola
pinetorum ssp.
grisea
grey-leaved
violet Dicots None None 1B.2
Meadow &
seep |
Subalpine
coniferous
forest | Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Subalpine
coniferous
forest, upper
montane
coniferous
forest,
meadows and
seeps.
Dry mountain
peaks and
slopes. 1580-
3700 m.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Accipiter
cooperii Cooper's hawk Birds None None
CDFW_WL-
Watch List |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern
Cismontane
woodland |
Riparian forest
| Riparian
woodland |
Upper
montane
coniferous
forest
Woodland,
chiefly of
open,
interrupted or
marginal type.
Nest sites
mainly in
riparian
growths of
deciduous
trees, as in
canyon
bottoms on
river flood-
plains; also,
live oaks.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
was observed
during the
biological
assessment.
This species is
present.
Agelaius
tricolor
tricolored
blackbird Birds None Threatened
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_EN-
Endangered |
NABCI_RWL-
Red Watch List
| USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Freshwater
marsh | Marsh
& swamp |
Swamp |
Wetland
Highly colonial
species, most
numerous in
Central Valley
and vicinity.
Largely
endemic to
California.
Requires open
water,
protected
nesting
substrate, and
foraging area
with insect
prey within a
few km of the
colony.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Aimophila
ruficeps
canescens
southern
California
rufous-
crowned
sparrow
Birds None None CDFW_WL-
Watch List
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Resident in
Southern
California
coastal sage
scrub and
sparse mixed
chaparral.
Frequents
relatively
steep, often
rocky hillsides
with grass and
forb patches.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Anniella
stebbinsi
Southern
California
legless lizard
Reptiles None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Broadleaved
upland forest |
Chaparral |
Coastal dunes
| Coastal scrub
Generally
south of the
Transverse
Range,
extending to
northwestern
Baja California.
Occurs in
sandy or loose
loamy soils
under sparse
vegetation.
Disjunct
populations in
the Tehachapi
and Piute
Mountains in
Kern County.
Variety of
habitats;
generally in
moist, loose
soil. They
prefer soils
with a high
moisture
content.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Arizona
elegans
occidentalis
California
glossy snake Reptiles None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Patchily
distributed
from the
eastern
portion of San
Francisco Bay,
southern San
Joaquin Valley,
and the Coast,
Transverse,
and Peninsular
ranges, south
to Baja
California.
Generalist
reported from
a range of
scrub and
grassland
habitats, often
with loose or
sandy soils.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Artemisiospiza
belli belli
Bell's sage
sparrow Birds None None
CDFW_WL-
Watch List |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Nests in
chaparral
dominated by
fairly dense
stands of
chamise.
Found in
coastal sage
scrub in south
of range.
Nest located
on the ground
beneath a
shrub or in a
shrub 6-18
inches above
ground.
Territories
about 50 yds
apart.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Aspidoscelis
hyperythra
orange-
throated
whiptail
Reptiles None None
CDFW_WL-
Watch List |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub
Inhabits low-
elevation
coastal scrub,
chaparral, and
valley-foothill
hardwood
habitats.
Prefers washes
and other
sandy areas
with patches
of brush and
rocks.
Perennial
plants
necessary for
its major food:
termites.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Aspidoscelis
tigris
stejnegeri
coastal
whiptail Reptiles None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Found in
deserts and
semi-arid
areas with
sparse
vegetation and
open areas.
Also found in
woodland and
riparian areas.
Ground may
be firm soil,
sandy, or
rocky.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Athene
cunicularia burrowing owl Birds None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Coastal prairie
| Coastal scrub
| Great Basin
grassland |
Great Basin
scrub |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Sonoran
desert scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Open, dry
annual or
perennial
grasslands,
deserts, and
scrublands
characterized
by low-
growing
vegetation.
Subterranean
nester,
dependent
upon
burrowing
mammals,
most notably,
the California
ground
squirrel.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Batrachoseps
gabrieli
San Gabriel
slender
salamander
Amphibians None None
IUCN_DD-Data
Deficient |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Talus slope
Known only
from the San
Gabriel Mtns.
Found under
rocks, wood,
and fern
fronds, and on
soil at the base
of talus slopes.
Most active on
the surface in
winter and
early spring.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Bombus
crotchii
Crotch bumble
bee Insects None None
Coastal
California east
to the Sierra-
Cascade crest
and south into
Mexico.
Food plant
genera include
Antirrhinum,
Phacelia,
Clarkia,
Dendromecon,
Eschscholzia,
and
Eriogonum.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Buteo
swainsoni
Swainson's
hawk Birds None Threatened
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Great Basin
grassland |
Riparian forest
| Riparian
woodland |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Breeds in
grasslands
with scattered
trees, juniper-
sage flats,
riparian areas,
savannahs,
and
agricultural or
ranch lands
with groves or
lines of trees.
Requires
adjacent
suitable
foraging areas
such as
grasslands, or
alfalfa or grain
fields
supporting
rodent
populations.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Catostomus
santaanae
Santa Ana
sucker Fish Threatened None
AFS_TH-
Threatened |
IUCN_VU-
Vulnerable
Aquatic |
South coast
flowing waters
Endemic to Los
Angeles Basin
south coastal
streams.
Habitat
generalists,
but prefer
sand-rubble-
boulder
bottoms, cool,
clear water,
and algae.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Ceratochrysis
longimala
Desert cuckoo
wasp Insects None None
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Chaetodipus
fallax fallax
northwestern
San Diego
pocket mouse
Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Coastal scrub,
chaparral,
grasslands,
sagebrush, etc.
in western San
Diego County.
Sandy,
herbaceous
areas, usually
in association
with rocks or
coarse gravel.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Chaetodipus
fallax pallidus
pallid San
Diego pocket
mouse
Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Desert wash |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands |
Sonoran
desert scrub
Desert border
areas in
eastern San
Diego County
in desert wash,
desert scrub,
desert
succulent
scrub, pinyon-
juniper, etc.
Sandy,
herbaceous
areas, usually
in association
with rocks or
coarse gravel.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Charina
umbratica
southern
rubber boa Reptiles None Threatened USFS_S-
Sensitive
Meadow &
seep | Riparian
forest |
Riparian
woodland |
Upper
montane
coniferous
forest |
Wetland
Known from
the San
Bernardino
and San
Jacinto mtns;
found in a
variety of
montane
forest
habitats.
Snakes
resembling C.
umbratica
reported from
Mt. Pinos and
Tehachapi
mtns group
with C. bottae
based on
mtDNA.
Further
research
needed.
Found in
vicinity of
streams or wet
meadows;
requires loose,
moist soil for
burrowing;
seeks cover in
rotting logs,
rock outcrops,
and under
surface litter.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Cicindela
tranquebarica
viridissima
greenest tiger
beetle Insects None None Riparian
woodland
Inhabits the
woodlands
adjacent to
the Santa Ana
River basin.
Usually found
in open spots
between trees.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Coccyzus
americanus
occidentalis
western
yellow-billed
cuckoo
Birds Threatened Endangered
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
NABCI_RWL-
Red Watch List
| USFS_S-
Sensitive |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Riparian forest
Riparian forest
nester, along
the broad,
lower flood-
bottoms of
larger river
systems.
Nests in
riparian
jungles of
willow, often
mixed with
cottonwoods,
with lower
story of
blackberry,
nettles, or wild
grape.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Coleonyx
variegatus
abbotti
San Diego
banded gecko Reptiles None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Coastal and
cismontane
Southern
California.
Found in
granite or
rocky outcrops
in coastal
scrub and
chaparral
habitats.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Coturnicops
noveboracensi
s
yellow rail Birds None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
NABCI_RWL-
Red Watch List
| USFS_S-
Sensitive |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Freshwater
marsh |
Meadow &
seep
Summer
resident in
eastern Sierra
Nevada in
Mono County.
Freshwater
marshlands.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Crotalus ruber red-diamond
rattlesnake Reptiles None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Chaparral |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Sonoran
desert scrub
Chaparral,
woodland,
grassland, and
desert areas
from coastal
San Diego
County to the
eastern slopes
of the
mountains.
Occurs in
rocky areas
and dense
vegetation.
Needs rodent
burrows,
cracks in rocks
or surface
cover objects.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Diadophis
punctatus
modestus
San
Bernardino
ringneck snake
Reptiles None None USFS_S-
Sensitive
Most common
in open,
relatively
rocky areas.
Often in
somewhat
moist
microhabitats
near
intermittent
streams.
Avoids moving
through open
or barren
areas by
restricting
movements to
areas of
surface litter
or herbaceous
veg.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Dipodomys
merriami
parvus
San
Bernardino
kangaroo rat
Mammals Endangered Candidate
Endangered
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Coastal scrub
Alluvial scrub
vegetation on
sandy loam
substrates
characteristic
of alluvial fans
and flood
plains.
Needs early to
intermediate
seral stages.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Dipodomys
stephensi
Stephens'
kangaroo rat Mammals Endangered Threatened IUCN_EN-
Endangered
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Primarily
annual and
perennial
grasslands, but
also occurs in
coastal scrub
and sagebrush
with sparse
canopy cover.
Prefers
buckwheat,
chamise,
brome grass
and filaree.
Will burrow
into firm soil.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Empidonax
traillii extimus
southwestern
willow
flycatcher
Birds Endangered Endangered NABCI_RWL-
Red Watch List
Riparian
woodland
Riparian
woodlands in
Southern
California.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Emys
marmorata
western pond
turtle Reptiles None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_VU-
Vulnerable |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Aquatic |
Artificial
flowing waters
|
Klamath/North
coast flowing
waters |
Klamath/North
coast standing
waters |
Marsh &
swamp |
Sacramento/S
an Joaquin
flowing waters
|
Sacramento/S
an Joaquin
standing
waters | South
coast flowing
waters | South
coast standing
waters |
Wetland
A thoroughly
aquatic turtle
of ponds,
marshes,
rivers, streams
and irrigation
ditches,
usually with
aquatic
vegetation,
below 6000 ft
elevation.
Needs basking
sites and
suitable (sandy
banks or
grassy open
fields) upland
habitat up to
0.5 km from
water for egg-
laying.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Eremophila
alpestris actia
California
horned lark Birds None None
CDFW_WL-
Watch List |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern
Marine
intertidal &
splash zone
communities |
Meadow &
seep
Coastal
regions, chiefly
from Sonoma
County to San
Diego County.
Also main part
of San Joaquin
Valley and east
to foothills.
Short-grass
prairie, "bald"
hills, mountain
meadows,
open coastal
plains, fallow
grain fields,
alkali flats.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Euchloe
hyantis
andrewsi
Andrew's
marble
butterfly
Insects None None
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest
Inhabits yellow
pine forest
near Lake
Arrowhead
and Big Bear
Lake, San
Bernardino
Mtns, San
Bernardino Co,
5000-6000 ft.
Hostplants are
Streptanthus
bernardinus
and Arabis
holboellii var
pinetorum;
larval
foodplant is
Descurainia
richardsonii.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Eugnosta
busckana
Busck's
gallmoth Insects None None Coastal dunes
| Coastal scrub
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Eumops
perotis
californicus
western
mastiff bat Mammals None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
WBWG_H-
High Priority
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Many open,
semi-arid to
arid habitats,
including
conifer and
deciduous
woodlands,
coastal scrub,
grasslands,
chaparral, etc.
Roosts in
crevices in cliff
faces, high
buildings,
trees and
tunnels.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Euphydryas
editha quino
quino
checkerspot
butterfly
Insects Endangered None Chaparral |
Coastal scrub
Sunny
openings
within
chaparral and
coastal sage
shrublands in
parts of
Riverside and
San Diego
counties.
Hills and
mesas near
the coast.
Need high
densities of
food plants
Plantago
erecta, P.
insularis, and
Orthocarpus
purpurescens.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Falco
columbarius merlin Birds None None
CDFW_WL-
Watch List |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern
Estuary |
Great Basin
grassland |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Seacoast, tidal
estuaries,
open
woodlands,
savannahs,
edges of
grasslands and
deserts, farms
and ranches.
Clumps of
trees or
windbreaks
are required
for roosting in
open country.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Gila orcuttii arroyo chub Fish None None
AFS_VU-
Vulnerable |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Aquatic |
South coast
flowing waters
Native to
streams from
Malibu Creek
to San Luis Rey
River basin.
Introduced
into streams in
Santa Clara,
Ventura, Santa
Ynez, Mojave
and San Diego
river basins.
Slow water
stream
sections with
mud or sand
bottoms.
Feeds heavily
on aquatic
vegetation and
associated
invertebrates.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Glaucomys
oregonensis
californicus
San
Bernardino
flying squirrel
Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Broadleaved
upland forest |
Lower
montane
coniferous
forest
Known from
black oak or
white fir
dominated
woodlands
between 5200 -
8500 ft in the
San
Bernardino
and San
Jacinto ranges.
May be
extirpated
from San
Jacinto range.
Needs cavities
in trees/snags
for nests and
cover. Needs
nearby water.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Icteria virens yellow-
breasted chat Birds None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern
Riparian forest
| Riparian
scrub |
Riparian
woodland
Summer
resident;
inhabits
riparian
thickets of
willow and
other brushy
tangles near
watercourses.
Nests in low,
dense riparian,
consisting of
willow,
blackberry,
wild grape;
forages and
nests within 10
ft of ground.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Lanius
ludovicianus
loggerhead
shrike Birds None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Broadleaved
upland forest |
Desert wash |
Joshua tree
woodland |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands |
Riparian
woodland |
Sonoran
desert scrub
Broken
woodlands,
savannah,
pinyon-
juniper, Joshua
tree, and
riparian
woodlands,
desert oases,
scrub and
washes.
Prefers open
country for
hunting, with
perches for
scanning, and
fairly dense
shrubs and
brush for
nesting.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Lasiurus
xanthinus
western
yellow bat Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
WBWG_H-
High Priority
Desert wash
Found in valley
foothill
riparian,
desert
riparian,
desert wash,
and palm oasis
habitats.
Roosts in
trees,
particularly
palms. Forages
over water
and among
trees.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Laterallus
jamaicensis
coturniculus
California
black rail Birds None Threatened
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_FP-Fully
Protected |
IUCN_NT-Near
Threatened |
NABCI_RWL-
Red Watch List
| USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Brackish marsh
| Freshwater
marsh | Marsh
& swamp |
Salt marsh |
Wetland
Inhabits
freshwater
marshes, wet
meadows and
shallow
margins of
saltwater
marshes
bordering
larger bays.
Needs water
depths of
about 1 inch
that do not
fluctuate
during the
year and
dense
vegetation for
nesting
habitat.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Lepus
californicus
bennettii
San Diego
black-tailed
jackrabbit
Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Coastal scrub
Intermediate
canopy stages
of shrub
habitats and
open shrub /
herbaceous
and tree /
herbaceous
edges.
Coastal sage
scrub habitats
in Southern
California.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Neolarra alba white cuckoo
bee Insects None None
Known only
from localities
in Southern
California.
Cleptoparasitic
in the nests of
perdita bees.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Neotoma
lepida
intermedia
San Diego
desert
woodrat
Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Coastal scrub
Coastal scrub
of Southern
California from
San Diego
County to San
Luis Obispo
County.
Moderate to
dense
canopies
preferred.
They are
particularly
abundant in
rock outcrops,
rocky cliffs,
and slopes.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Nyctinomops
femorosaccus
pocketed free-
tailed bat Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
WBWG_M-
Medium
Priority
Joshua tree
woodland |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands |
Riparian scrub
| Sonoran
desert scrub
Variety of arid
areas in
Southern
California; pine-
juniper
woodlands,
desert scrub,
palm oasis,
desert wash,
desert
riparian, etc.
Rocky areas
with high cliffs.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Oncorhynchus
mykiss irideus
pop. 10
steelhead -
southern
California DPS
Fish Endangered None AFS_EN-
Endangered
Aquatic |
South coast
flowing waters
Federal listing
refers to
populations
from Santa
Maria River
south to
southern
extent of
range (San
Mateo Creek
in San Diego
County).
Southern
steelhead
likely have
greater
physiological
tolerances to
warmer water
and more
variable
conditions.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Onychomys
torridus
ramona
southern
grasshopper
mouse
Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Chenopod
scrub
Desert areas,
especially
scrub habitats
with friable
soils for
digging.
Prefers low to
moderate
shrub cover.
Feeds almost
exclusively on
arthropods,
especially
scorpions and
orthopteran
insects.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Ovis
canadensis
nelsoni
desert bighorn
sheep Mammals None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_FP-Fully
Protected |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Alpine | Alpine
dwarf scrub |
Chaparral |
Chenopod
scrub | Great
Basin scrub |
Mojavean
desert scrub |
Montane
dwarf scrub |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands |
Riparian
woodland |
Sonoran
desert scrub
Widely
distributed
from the
White Mtns in
Mono Co. to
the Chocolate
Mts in Imperial
Co.
Open, rocky,
steep areas
with available
water and
herbaceous
forage.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Perognathus
longimembris
brevinasus
Los Angeles
pocket mouse Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern
Coastal scrub
Lower
elevation
grasslands and
coastal sage
communities
in and around
the Los
Angeles Basin.
Open ground
with fine,
sandy soils.
May not dig
extensive
burrows,
hiding under
weeds and
dead leaves
instead.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Phrynosoma
blainvillii
coast horned
lizard Reptiles None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern
Chaparral |
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal bluff
scrub | Coastal
scrub | Desert
wash | Pinon
& juniper
woodlands |
Riparian scrub
| Riparian
woodland |
Valley &
foothill
grassland
Frequents a
wide variety of
habitats, most
common in
lowlands along
sandy washes
with scattered
low bushes.
Open areas for
sunning,
bushes for
cover, patches
of loose soil
for burial, and
abundant
supply of ants
and other
insects.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
This species
may be
present.
Polioptila
californica
californica
coastal
California
gnatcatcher
Birds Threatened None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
NABCI_YWL-
Yellow Watch
List
Coastal bluff
scrub | Coastal
scrub
Obligate,
permanent
resident of
coastal sage
scrub below
2500 ft in
Southern
California.
Low, coastal
sage scrub in
arid washes,
on mesas and
slopes. Not all
areas classified
as coastal sage
scrub are
occupied.
Suitable
habitat for this
species is
present on the
project site.
Focused
surveys for
this species
found it does
not occupy the
site. This
species is not
present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Rana muscosa
southern
mountain
yellow-legged
frog
Amphibians Endangered Endangered
CDFW_WL-
Watch List |
IUCN_EN-
Endangered |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Aquatic
Federal listing
refers to
populations in
the San
Gabriel, San
Jacinto and
San
Bernardino
mountains
(southern
DPS). Northern
DPS was
determined to
warrant listing
as
endangered,
Apr 2014,
effective Jun
30, 2014.
Always
encountered
within a few
feet of water.
Tadpoles may
require 2 - 4
yrs to
complete their
aquatic
development.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Rhaphiomidas
terminatus
abdominalis
Delhi Sands
flower-loving
fly
Insects Endangered None Interior dunes
Found only in
areas of the
Delhi Sands
formation in
southwestern
San
Bernardino
and
northwestern
Riverside
counties.
Requires fine,
sandy soils,
often with
wholly or
partly
consolidated
dunes and
sparse
vegetation.
Oviposition
req. shade.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Rhinichthys
osculus ssp. 8
Santa Ana
speckled dace Fish None None
AFS_TH-
Threatened |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Aquatic |
South coast
flowing waters
Headwaters of
the Santa Ana
and San
Gabriel rivers.
May be
extirpated
from the Los
Angeles River
system.
Requires
permanent
flowing
streams with
summer water
temps of 17-
20 C. Usually
inhabits
shallow cobble
and gravel
riffles.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Setophaga
petechia yellow warbler Birds None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Riparian forest
| Riparian
scrub |
Riparian
woodland
Riparian plant
associations in
close
proximity to
water. Also
nests in
montane
shrubbery in
open conifer
forests in
Cascades and
Sierra Nevada.
Frequently
found nesting
and foraging in
willow shrubs
and thickets,
and in other
riparian plants
including
cottonwoods,
sycamores,
ash, and
alders.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Spea
hammondii
western
spadefoot Amphibians None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_NT-Near
Threatened
Cismontane
woodland |
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland |
Vernal pool |
Wetland
Occurs
primarily in
grassland
habitats, but
can be found
in valley-
foothill
hardwood
woodlands.
Vernal pools
are essential
for breeding
and egg-laying.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Spinus
lawrencei
Lawrence's
goldfinch Birds None None
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
NABCI_YWL-
Yellow Watch
List |
USFWS_BCC-
Birds of
Conservation
Concern
Broadleaved
upland forest |
Chaparral |
Pinon &
juniper
woodlands |
Riparian
woodland
Nests in open
oak or other
arid woodland
and chaparral,
near water.
Nearby
herbaceous
habitats used
for feeding.
Closely
associated
with oaks.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Streptocephal
us woottoni
Riverside fairy
shrimp Crustaceans Endangered None IUCN_EN-
Endangered
Coastal scrub |
Valley &
foothill
grassland |
Vernal pool |
Wetland
Endemic to
Western
Riverside,
Orange, and
San Diego
counties in
areas of
tectonic
swales/earth
slump basins
in grassland
and coastal
sage scrub.
Inhabit
seasonally
astatic pools
filled by
winter/spring
rains. Hatch in
warm water
later in the
season.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Taxidea taxus American
badger Mammals None None
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern
Alkali marsh |
Alkali playa |
Alpine | Alpine
dwarf scrub |
Bog & fen |
Brackish marsh
| Broadleaved
upland forest |
Chaparral |
Chenopod
scrub |
Cismontane
woodland |
Closed-cone
coniferous
forest |
Coastal bluff
scrub | Coastal
dunes |
Coastal prairie
| Coastal scrub
| Desert dunes
| Desert wash
| Freshwater
marsh | Great
Basin
grassland |
Great Basin
Most
abundant in
drier open
stages of most
shrub, forest,
and
herbaceous
habitats, with
friable soils.
Needs
sufficient food,
friable soils
and open,
uncultivated
ground. Preys
on burrowing
rodents. Digs
burrows.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Taxon Group Federal List State List Other Status Habitats General
Habitat Micro Habitat Presence/
Absence
Thamnophis
hammondii
two-striped
gartersnake Reptiles None None
BLM_S-
Sensitive |
CDFW_SSC-
Species of
Special
Concern |
IUCN_LC-Least
Concern |
USFS_S-
Sensitive
Marsh &
swamp |
Riparian scrub
| Riparian
woodland |
Wetland
Coastal
California from
vicinity of
Salinas to
northwest Baja
California.
From sea to
about 7,000 ft
elevation.
Highly aquatic,
found in or
near
permanent
fresh water.
Often along
streams with
rocky beds and
riparian
growth.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
Vireo bellii
pusillus
least Bell's
vireo Birds Endangered Endangered
IUCN_NT-Near
Threatened |
NABCI_YWL-
Yellow Watch
List
Riparian forest
| Riparian
scrub |
Riparian
woodland
Summer
resident of
Southern
California in
low riparian in
vicinity of
water or in dry
river bottoms;
below 2000 ft.
Nests placed
along margins
of bushes or
on twigs
projecting into
pathways,
usually willow,
Baccharis,
mesquite.
No habitat for
this species is
present on the
project site.
This species is
not present.
APPENDIX C
View of the disturbed areas along the south
facing rock face.
View of the disturbed areas along the south
facing rock face.
View of disturbed areas on site dominated
by shortpod mustard (Hirschfeldia incana)
and developed areas with ornamental
vegetation in the distance facing west.
View of south facing rock face on the
southern portion of the site.
View of the south facing rock face on the
southern portion of the site.
View of the north facing rock face on the
northern portion of the survey area with
Riversidean coastal sage scrub habitat.
Aerial image of the northern portion of the
site.
Aerial image of the southern portion of the
site.
APPENDIX D
Soil Map—San Bernardino County Southwestern Part, California
(Southridge Property)
Natural Resources
Conservation Service
Web Soil Survey
National Cooperative Soil Survey
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Soils
Soil Map Unit Polygons
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Landfill
Lava Flow
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Miscellaneous Water
Perennial Water
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Sandy Spot
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Sinkhole
Slide or Slip
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Spoil Area
Stony Spot
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Wet Spot
Other
Special Line Features
Water Features
Streams and Canals
Transportation
Rails
Interstate Highways
US Routes
Major Roads
Local Roads
Background
Aerial Photography
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1:24,000.
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misunderstanding of the detail of mapping and accuracy of soil
line placement. The maps do not show the small areas of
contrasting soils that could have been shown at a more detailed
scale.
Please rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for map
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projection, which preserves direction and shape but distorts
distance and area. A projection that preserves area, such as the
Albers equal-area conic projection, should be used if more
accurate calculations of distance or area are required.
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compiled and digitized probably differs from the background
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Map Unit Legend
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TuB Tujunga loamy sand, 0 to 5
percent slopes
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Totals for Area of Interest 36.9 100.0%
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APPENDIX E
JULY 2021
Southridge Project
Coastal California Gnatcatcher
Presence/Absence 45-Day Final Report
Hernandez Environmental
17037 Lakeshore Dr
Lake Eslinore, CA 92530
PREPARED FOR
Huffman Environmental
PO Box 2024
Julian, CA 92036
PREPARED BY
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Table of Contents
1. Summary..............................................................................................- 1 -
2. Introduction...........................................................................................-1-
2.1 Project Description........................................................................-1-
2.2 Survey Location and Background..................................................-1-
2.3 Natural History...............................................................................-1-
3. Methods.................................................................................................-2-
4. Results....................................................................................................-3-
5. Certification..........................................................................................- 4 -
6. Citations...............................................................................................- 5 -
Attachment A: Avian Species Observed...................................................- 8-
Tables
Table 1 Survey Schedule...........................................................................- 3 -
Figures
Figure 1 Project Location & Vicinity..........................................................-6-
Figure 2 Vegetation Communities.............................................................-7-
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SOUTHRIDGE PROJECT - 45-DAY COASTAL CALIFORNIA GNATCATCHER SURVEY REPORT
1. Summary
This report summarizes surveys conducted by Huffman Environmental for the
federally-listed as threatened coastal California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica
californica; CAGN) on behalf of Hernandez Biological for the Southridge Project.
Surveys were conducted in accordance with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
1997 CAGN presence/absence survey protocol (USFWS 1997) for locations not
covered under the Natural Community Conservation Planning (NCCP) jurisdiction.
Huffman Environmental conducted surveys between April 27 and June 03, 2021.
There were zero CAGN observations made over 6 surveys.
2. Introduction
2.1 Project Description
The Proposed Project is located at APN 0237-411-14-0000 and 0237-411-13-0000
within Fontana way city limits, San Bernardino County. The project proposes to
construct within the approximately 36.9 acre parcels. Permanent impacts will occur to
Riversidean Upland Sage Scurb, a vegetation community suitable for supporting CAGN
populations.
2.2. Survey Location and Background
The Southridge Project is in the U.S. Geological Survey Fontana Quadrangle, in San
Bernardino County, in the city of southeast Rancho Cucamonga, California. Project
boundaries are located 0.3 miles east of Southridge Middle School and shares
property boundaries with Southridge Park (Figure 1).
2.3. Coastal California Gnatcatcher Natural History
The CAGN is a year-round resident of southern California found in the six
southernmost California counties (San Bernardino, Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, San
Diego, Riverside) located within the coastal plain. Coastal California gnatcatchers
typically occur in coastal sage scrub (CSS) vegetation communities of southern
California, especially in locations dominated by California sagebrush (Artemisia
californica) and California buckwheat (Eriogonum fasciculatum). Other shrubs in
CAGN-occupied CSS include black sage (Salvia mellifera), California bush sunflower
(Encelia californica), white sage (Salvia apiana), lemonadeberry (Rhus integrifolia),
laurel sumac (Malosma laurina), and brittlebush (Encelia farinosa).
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Coastal California gnatcatchers are typically found in stands of CSS that have
moderate shrub canopy cover, generally greater than 50 percent (Beyers and Wirtz
1997). Coastal California gnatcatchers will use sparsely vegetated CSS as long as
perennial shrubs are available, although there appears to be a minimum cover
threshold below which the habitat becomes unsuitable (USFWS 2007). The relative
density of shrub cover influences CAGN territory sizes, with territory sizes increasing
as shrub cover decreases, likely due to limited resource availability (Beyers and Wirtz
1997). The CAGN preys upon arthropods, including insects such as leafhoppers and
planthoppers, and spiders commonly found in CSS plant communities (Burger et al.
1999). Beyers and Wirtz (1997) speculate that the non-native grasses and forbs that
typically occupy the gaps between shrub species do not support a sufficient insect
fauna and that there are probably differences in insect availability among shrub
species as well, which may explain CAGN’s shrub preference.
The breeding season of the coastal California gnatcatcher extends from approximately
February 15 through August 30, with peak nesting activity typically occurring from
midMarch through mid-May. Egg incubation takes approximately 14 days and the
young fledge at 8 to 13 days of age and are dependent upon their parents for as little
as three to four weeks (ERCE 1990) or may associate with their parents for up to
several months (USFWS 1997).
3. Methods
Surveys conformed to the currently accepted methodology of the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service (USFWS) CAGN Presence/Absence Survey Protocol (USFWS 1997). The
survey area does not occur within a Natural Communities Conservation Plan (NCCP)
enrolled area, therefore, six visits per 80 acres of suitable habitat will be conducted
during the breeding season (March 15 through June 30), at a minimum interval of 7
days between visits.).
Huffman Environmental biologist Garrett Huffman TE-20186A-3.1 conducted six
survey visits with all occurring between April 27 and June 03, 2021. Surveys were
conducted within suitable CAGN habitats. The USFWS CAGN survey protocol (1997)
describes suitable habitat as low-growing, drought deciduous sage scrub. CAGN also
use chaparral, grassland, and riparian communities when they occur adjacent to sage
scrub. Vegetation communities were documented and mapped within survey areas in
conjunction with the first protocol survey. The suitable habitat throughout the overall
survey area is composed mostly of Riversidean Upland Sage Scrub.
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Pedestrian surveys were conducted through the survey areas utilizing a combination
of passive and active methodologies.Taped vocalizations were used sparingly to elicit
a CAGN response. Bird species were observed with the aid of 10x42 binoculars. A full
list of bird species observed during the surveys is included as Appendix A.
Table 1 Survey Schedule
Survey
Number Date Surveyor Time
(Start-End)
Temp F
(Start-End)
Cloud
Cover
(Start-End)
Wind
Range in
mph
(Start-End)
#1 04/29/21 Garrett
Huffman 0830-1030 51-56 80-25 2-5; 3-8
#2 05/06/21 Garrett
Huffman 0930-1130 65-71 0-0 0-2; 0-2
#3 05/13/21 Garrett
Huffman 0900-1100 69-75 0-0 3-6; 2-6
#4 05/20/21 Garrett
Huffman 0900-1100 60-68 0-0 3-6; 2-8
#5 05/27/21 Garrett
Huffman 1000-1200 62-70 0-0 0-3; 2-6
#6 06/03/21 Garrett
Huffman 0700-0930 65-75 0-0 2-5; 2-6
4. Results
Zero Coastal California gnatcatchers were observed over six surveys spaced at least
one week apart during breeding season within areas not covered under the NCCP
jurisdiction. Survey methodology was conducted in accordance with USFWS CAGN
Survey Protocol.
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5.Certification
All biologists working under Huffman Environmental for the 2021 Coastal California
gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica) Southridge Project were permitted to
survey for this species under Section 10(a)(1)(A) of the ESA.
I certify that the information in this report and attached figures completely and
accurately represent the work of the individual permittee.
Please feel free to contact me at (623) 238-1545 or
garrett@huffmanenvironmental.com if you have any questions regarding the
contents of this report.
Cordially,
Garrett Huffman
TE-20186A-3.1
Principal Biologist
Huffman Environmental, LLC
(623) 238-1545
garrett@huffmanenvironmental.com
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6. Citations
Burger, J.C., M.A. Patten, J.T. Rotenberry, and R.A Redak. 1999. Foraging ecology of
the California gnatcatcher deduced from fecal samples. Oecologia 120 (2):
304-310.
Beyers, J.L and W.O. Wirtz. 1997. Vegetative Characteristics of Coastal Sage Scrub
Sites Used by California Gnatcatchers: Implications for Management in a
Fire-Prone
Ecosystem. Proceedings-Fire Effects on Rare and Endangered Species and Habitats
Conference, Nov. 13-16, 1995. Coeur d Alene, Idaho. Environmental and Energy
Service Company. 1990. Phase I Report Amber Ridge California
Gnatcatcher Study. Report for the County of San Diego Department of Planning and
Land Use Environmental Quality Division. San Diego, California.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
1997. Coastal California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica)
Presence/Absence Survey Protocol. 5 pages.
2007. Revised Designation of Critical Habitat for the Coastal California
Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica). Federal Register Vol. 72, No. 243.
December 19, 2007
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Figure 1: Project Location
Southridge SiteProject
Location
Southridge: Coastal California Gnatcatcher
Surveys 2021
Legend
Survey Area
0 0.10.05 Km
0 0.070.04 Mi
±Figure 2: Vegetation Communities
Southridge SiteProject
Location
Southridge: Coastal California Gnatcatcher
Surveys 2021
Legend
Survey Area
Riversidean Sage Scrub (7.60 Acres)
Developed (8.80 Acres)
Disturbed (20.5 Acres)
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Attachment A
Avian Species Observed
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Common Name Scientific Name
American Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Kestrel Falco sparverius
Anna’s Hummingbird Calypte anna
Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica
Bewick’s Wren Thryomanes bewicki
Black Phoebe Sayornis nigricans
Bushtit Psaltriparus minimus
California Towhee Melozone crissalis
California Scrub-Jay Aphelocoma californica
Canyon Wren Catherpes mexicanus
Cassin’s Kingbird Tyrannus vociferans
Common Raven Corvus corax
House Finch Haemorhous mexicanus
House Sparrow Passer domesticus
Lesser Goldfinch Spinus psaltria
Mourning Dove Zenaida macroura
Northern Mockingbird Mimus polyglottos
Orange-crowned Warbler Leiothlypis celata
Red-tailed Hawk Picoides nuttalli
Rock Wren Salpinctes obsoletus
Rufous-crowned Sparrow Aimophila ruficeps
Say’s Phoebe Sayornis saya
Selasphorus Species Selasphorus sp.
Turkey Vulture Cathartes aura
Western Tanager Piranga ludoviciana
White-throated Swift Aeronautes saxatalis
Yellow-rumped Warbler Setophaga coronata
APPENDIX F
Botanical Survey Southridge Project, Fontana, San Bernardino County
Prepared for
Hernandez Environmental Services 17037 Lakeshore Drive Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Prepared by
Ricardo Montijo 926 South Prospero Drive Glendora, CA 91740
September 2022
Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 Property Description ........................................................................................................ 5
1.1.1 Geographic Setting.................................................................................................... 5
1.1.2 Adjacent Lands ......................................................................................................... 5
1.1.3 Geology, Hydrology, Soils and Climate ................................................................... 5
2 METHODS............................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Background Analysis ....................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Field Surveys .................................................................................................................. 10
3 RESULTS............................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Preliminary Analysis ...................................................................................................... 11
3.1.1 Chaparral Ragwort .................................................................................................. 11
3.1.2 Marsh Sandwort ...................................................................................................... 13
3.1.3 Parry’s Spineflower ................................................................................................ 13
3.1.4 Plummer’s Mariposa-lily ........................................................................................ 13
3.1.5 Pringle’s Monardella ............................................................................................... 13
3.1.6 Robinson’s Peppergrass .......................................................................................... 13
3.1.7 Salt Marsh Bird’s Beak ........................................................................................... 14
3.1.8 San Bernardino Aster .............................................................................................. 14
3.1.9 Santa Ana River Woolly Star .................................................................................. 14
3.1.10 White Rabbit Tobacco ............................................................................................ 15
3.2 Summary of Rare Plant Findings ................................................................................... 15
3.3 Field Surveys .................................................................................................................. 16
3.3.1 Rare Plants .............................................................................................................. 18
5.0 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................. 19
Table of Tables
Table 1. Rare Plants Evaluated for this Project .............................................................................. 2
Table 2. Soil Types in the Survey Area Described ......................................................................... 9
Table 3. Average Temperatures on Survey Dates ........................................................................ 10
Table 4. Rainfall average (in inches) for the period of August 2021 to July 2022 and known
average rainfall for the same months from 2010 to 2020 compared. ........................................... 10
Table 5. Preliminary Analysis Results Summary ......................................................................... 16
Table 6. Field Survey Results Summary....................................................................................... 18
Table of Figures
Figure 1. Location and Vicinity Map .............................................................................................. 3
Figure 2. Aerial Map ....................................................................................................................... 4
Figure 3. Topography and Geographic Features ............................................................................. 7
Figure 4. Soils ................................................................................................................................. 8
Figure 5. Special Status Plants within the Site’s Vicinity ............................................................ 12
Figure 6. Vegetation types overlapping the site mapped during the surveys (source: Hernandez
Environmental). ............................................................................................................................ 17
Appendices
Appendix A. Flora Observed
Appendix B. Site Photographs
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CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the statements furnished below and in the attached exhibits
present data and information required for this biological evaluation, and that the facts,
statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my
knowledge and belief.
September 1, 2022
Ricardo Montijo Date
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1 INTRODUCTION
Hernandez Environmental Services (HES) was retained to conduct biological surveys and studies
that support permitting for a development project in Fontana, San Bernardino County, California.
The approximately 37.33-acre property is designated San Bernardino County Assessor’s Parcel
Numbers (APNs) 023-741-113 and 023-741-114. It occurs on Section 35 of the Township 1
South, Range 6 West of the USGS 7.5-minute Fontana Quadrangle.
Focused botanical surveys were undertaken for the special status plant species in Table 1.
Table 1. Rare Plants Evaluated for this Project
Common Name Scientific Name Chaparral Ragwort Senecio aphanactis
Marsh Sandwort Arenaria paludicola
Mesa Horkelia Horkelia cuneata var. puberula
Parry's Spineflower Chorizanthe parryi var. parryi
Plummer's Mariposa-lily Calochortus plummerae
Pringle's Monardella Monardella pringlei
Robinson's Peppergrass Lepidium virginicum var. robinsonii
Salt Marsh Bird's-beak Chloropyron maritimum ssp. maritimum
San Bernardino Aster Symphyotrichum defoliatum
Santa Ana River Woollystar Eriastrum densifolium ssp. sanctorum White Rabbit-Tobacco Pseudognaphalium leucocephalum
The following report summarizes the results of botanical surveys on the approximately 37-acre
property in the spring and summer of 2022.
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Figure 1. Location and Vicinity Map
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Figure 2. Aerial Map
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1.1 Property Description
1.1.1 Geographic Setting
The property (project site or site) consists of two parcels, designated San Bernardino County
Assessor’s Parcel Numbers (APNs) 023-741-113 and 023-741-114 (Figure 2). The project site
abuts the Jurupa Hills, and its elevations range from approximately 700 feet above mean sea
level (MSL) at the lowest point (at the southwest corner) to more than 1,100 feet above MSL to
the north and east of the Site.
1.1.2 Adjacent Lands
Adjacent lands consist of hillsides to the north, east, and south and residential areas to the south,
west, and north (Figure 2).
1.1.3 Geology, Hydrology, Soils and Climate
Geology, hydrology, soils and climate determine the natural botanic composition at a given site.
Many plants of limited geographic distribution are associated with specific soil types. The site is
in the northwesternmost portion of the Jurupa Mountains, in the western parts of San Bernardino
and Riverside Counties, California. The geographical center of the Jurupa Mountains is about 44
miles east of Los Angeles and seven miles northwest of Riverside (MacKevett 1950).
Crystalline rocks comprise the bulk of the Jurupa Mountains and probably are the northernmost
exposures of the rocks typical of the Southern California batholith. Researchers suspect the
oldest rocks in the Jurupa Mountains are a series of pre-batholithic metasedimentary rooks which
are questionably Triassic in age. This series is composed of quartz-biotite gneiss, impure
quartzite, biotite-quartz schist, marble, calc-silicate contact rocks, and amphibole schist, listed in
order of abundance. Characteristically, these rocks occur as septa between the intrusive plutons.
The largest deposits of marble and contact rocks are at the former Jensen Quarry (Photograph 1)
San Marcos gabbro occurs in a few hornblende-rich island like bodies within the later intrusive
looks, and it is the oldest of the batholithic rocks. It generally crops out in large boulder-like
masses and is one of the most erosion-resistant rocks in the area. Pegmatite dikes are abundant in
the Jurupa Mountains and are characterized by bold, rib-like outcrops. Alluvium, mainly in the
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form of fan material that is locally overlain by aeolian sand, practically surrounds the Jurupa
Mountains.
The economic resources of the Jurupa Mountains are marble, for making cement, and
granodiorite and tonalite, mainly for riprap. In addition, several abandoned gold prospects are
present. Most of these are on quartz stringers within the gneiss or schist. Three major northwest-
southeast trending faults traverse the area: the San Jacinto Fault (located approximately 25 miles
northeast of the Site) and the Chino Fault and Whittier Fault Zone (located approximately nine
[9] miles west-southwest of the Site).
Soils are described in Table 1 and illustrated in Figure 3. Upper elevations of the roughly eastern
half or the property are Cieneba series
This region gets approximately15 inches of rain per year and the number of days with any
measurable precipitation is 22, which is generally consistent with comparable areas in Southern
California. There are 276 sunny days per year. The July high is around 93 degrees. The January
low is 42.
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Figure 3. Topography and Geographic Features
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Figure 4. Soils
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Table 2. Soil Types in the Survey Area Described
Map Unit
Symbol
Map Unit Name Description
CnD Cieneba sandy loam, 9 to 15 percent slopes Cieneba soils form from weathered granite and other rocks of similar texture and composition. They occur on gradients of 9 to 85 percent and at elevations of 500 to 4,000 feet.
These soils are somewhat excessively drained, have low to high runoff, and moderately rapid permeability in soil and that is much slower in weathered bedrock.
Cr Cieneba-Rock outcrop
complex, 30 to 50 percent
slopes
TuB Tujunga loamy sand, 0 to
5 percent slopes
The Tujunga series consists of very deep, somewhat
excessively drained soils that formed in alluvium from granitic sources. Tujunga soils are on alluvial fans and
floodplains, including urban areas. Slopes range from 0 to
12 percent.
2 METHODS
2.1 Background Analysis
Pertinent plant occurrence records were reviewed prior to undertaking field surveys. The analysis
included a review of records from the following sources:
• A review of collection records from participating herbaria in California available through
the Consortium of California Herbaria, 2022;
• Documented rare plant occurrences compiled in the California Natural Diversity Data
Base (CNDDB) by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, 2022;
• A review of documented occurrences of common and rare plants for California in
Calflora, 2022;
• Species descriptions from the Jepson Online Interchange, 2022;
• Geological maps available from the US Geological Survey (i.e., Kennedy and Morton
2003);
• Soils data from the Natural Resources Conservation Service and available from the Web
Soil Survey, 2022; and,
• Aerial photographs from Google Earth, ESRI, Digital Globe, GeoEye, US Department of
Agriculture, US Geological Survey, i-cubed, Aerogrid and Getmapping.
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The background analysis yielded data that were compiled in a Geographic Information System
(GIS) using ArcGIS Pro. These data were modified and uploaded to ArcGIS online for use with
Esri’s Maps in the field as geographic reference and for collecting field data. Paper versions of
the maps were printed for use during the surveys.
2.2 Field Surveys
Ricardo Montijo conducted botanical surveys on three non-consecutive days during the 2022
growing season. The initial survey was conducted on 12 May 2022, under clear skies with
ambient temperature reaching the mid-80s. Subsequent surveys were conducted 19 July 2022
and 22 August 2022. Reference populations were checked on 27 April, 19 May, 16 June, and 9
July 2022. Table 3 summarizes the average temperature during each survey.
Table 3. Average Temperatures on Survey Dates
Date Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit
12-May 89
19-July 96
22-Aug 90
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Surveyors noted weather and site conditions and recorded plants detected. Plants not readily
identified in the field were collected and pressed and keyed out later. The property was
systematically surveyed by walking all accessible portions ensuring that all habitats were
1 https://www.usclimatedata.com/climate/riverside/california/united-states/usca1695
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afforded sufficient coverage to be defensible and properly inventoried. Where possible, transects,
spaced approximately 5 to 8 meters apart were walked in scrub habitats; however, topography
limited surveyor’s ability to consistently cover the site this way. Grassland and mustard-
dominated areas were more accessible and transects in these vegetation types were spaced
further apart (10 to 12 meters). The greatest focus was in areas likely to support target species,
including scrubby areas dominated by brittlebush (Encelia farinosa) and California buckwheat
(Eriogonum fasciculatum), rocky areas to the north, east and south and landscape woodlands
such as those in the western portion of the site.
A complete list of plants observed is included as Appendix A of this report. All plant
nomenclature in this report follows Baldwin et al. (2012).
3 RESULTS
3.1 Preliminary Analysis
The following are descriptions of plants compiled from distribution and biological data that were
used to evaluate the potential presence of the species during the preliminary analysis. Table 5
summarizes the results of this analysis and Figure 4 shows rare plants near the project site.
3.1.1 Chaparral Ragwort
Chaparral ragwort (Senecio aphanactis) is a diminutive annual herb that blooms from January to
April. It occurs in Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties and south to Baja California in
alkaline flats and dry open rocky areas in cismontane woodlands, coastal scrub, and coastal sage
scrub at elevations between 425 and 2,200 feet. It normally flowers from January to April, but
the survey was conducted outside of the species’ flowering season. The occurrence of this plant
on the project site is possible but was not confirmed by the present or previous surveys.
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Figure 5. Special Status Plants within the Site’s Vicinity
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3.1.2 Marsh Sandwort
Marsh sandwort is a California listed as endangered plant species and is also listed as endangered
under the federal Endangered Species Act. Marsh sandwort occurs in widely disjunct populations
north to Washington and south to Southern California, but its range may also extend into
Mexico. Marsh sandwort occurs in marshes, swamps, and areas that are perennially wetted. The
biologists did not find the species during the survey; nearby records are associated with the Santa
Ana River and elevations below 1,000 feet.
3.1.3 Parry’s Spineflower
Parry’s spineflower (Chorizanthe parryi var. parryi) is a diminutive annual herb that grows in
openings within chaparral and coastal sage scrub. It has been collected at elevations from 900 to
3,600 feet in dry sandy soils. This species occurs in a wide variety of conditions in chaparral and
coastal sage scrub. It has been previously reported and collected from sites in the Jurupa Hills.
3.1.4 Plummer’s Mariposa-lily
Plummer’s mariposa lily is a perennial herb endemic to Southern California where it is found
along the coast and inland hills. It grows in coastal sage scrub and chaparral from Ventura to
southwestern Riverside County. It produces thin, branching stems and a few long curling leaves
and a bloom with long, pointed sepals and petals up to four centimeters long. This species may
occur on the project site but was not detected during the surveys,
3.1.5 Pringle’s Monardella
Pringle’s Monardella is a possibly extirpated plant that once occurred in interior sand dunes and
on sandy soils in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties at 1,000 to 1,300 feet. It was last
documented in 1941 but its growing conditions have been mostly destroyed by urbanization and
very limited potential habitat remains. It is not expected to occur on the project site.
3.1.6 Robinson’s Peppergrass
Robinson's peppergrass (Lepidium virginicum var. robinsonii) is an annual herb with densely
hairy stems that grows from three to six feet tall. This species occurs in dry soils in chaparral and
coastal sage scrub below 1,600 feet in elevation. This plant occurs on dry soils in open areas, and
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sometimes on coarse alluvium and rocky slopes. This species was documented in 2012
approximately 0.5-mile north northwest of the project site.
3.1.7 Salt Marsh Bird’s Beak
Salt marsh bird’s beak is native to the Southwestern United States and northern Baja California.
It grows in areas of high salt concentrations, including coastal salt marshes and the inland salt
flats. It is hemiparasitic, such that it is greenish and has chlorophyll but also parasitizes other
plants by tapping their roots to obtain their nutrients. No salt marsh bird’s beak was detected
during the surveys.
3.1.8 San Bernardino Aster
San Bernardino aster is an annual that grows on interior sand dunes and sandy soils near Colton
and within Riverside and San Bernardino counties at elevations from 1,000 to 1,400 feet. It is
endemic to Southern California where it grows in grasslands and meadows. The nearest
documented occurrences of this species are eight miles northeast of the project parcels. It blooms
from June to November producing lavender-colored flowers. The final surveys overlapped the
typical flowering season for this species; however, it was not detected.
3.1.9 Santa Ana River Woolly Star
The Santa Ana River woolly-star is a short-lived subshrub of phlox family (Polemoniaceae). It
has a basally branched, generally erect or spreading form. The entire plant, including the blue
to violet-blue inflorescence, is covered with woolly pubescence, giving it a silvery-white
appearance. Each inflorescence is dense and spiny-bracted with about 20 flowers (Patterson
1993, p. 826). The subspecies is endemic to the Santa Ana River watershed and its 21 known
occurrences are dispersed across private (CNDDB 2021). Eriastrum densifolium subsp.
sanctorum was listed as endangered under the California Endangered Species Act (CESA) in
1987. The subspecies was listed as endangered under the Act in 1987.
The site is in the historic range of the species. Reference populations on Institution Road were
visited in 2021 (Photograph 1), but although those were in flower, they were not found on the
project parcels.
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3.1.10 White Rabbit Tobacco
White rabbit tobacco is a biennial or short-lived perennial herb that flowers from July to
November that occurs at elevations below 1,600 feet. It is known from imprecise locations
within five miles of the project site, most likely in riparian habitat. It is unlikely to occur.
3.2 Summary of Rare Plant Findings
Table 5 summarizes potential occurrence of rare plants on the site based on the preliminary,
desk-top analysis.
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Table 5. Preliminary Analysis Results Summary
Species Likelihood of Occurrence
Chaparral Ragwort Does not occur.
Marsh Sandwort Does not occur.
Mesa Horkelia Unlikely to occur.
Parry's Spineflower Does not occur.
Plummer's Mariposa-Lily Low.
Pringle's Monardella Does not occur.
Robinson's Peppergrass Does not occur.
Salt Marsh Bird's-Beak Does not occur.
San Bernardino Aster Does not occur.
Santa Ana River Woollystar Does not occur.
White Rabbit-Tobacco Does not occur.
3.3 Field Surveys
Vegetation on the property shows signs of previous disturbance. Other vegetation and cover
types include Avena spp. - Bromus spp. Herbaceous Semi-Natural Alliance, Baccharis salicifolia
Shrubland Alliance, Brassica-Hirschfeldia-Centaurea Semi-natural Alliance, Encelia farinosa
Shrubland Alliance, Eriogonum fasciculatum - Salvia apiana Shrubland Alliance, Eriogonum
fasciculatum Shrubland Alliance vegetation is mapped in Figure 6.
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Figure 6. Vegetation types overlapping the site mapped during the surveys (source: Hernandez Environmental).
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3.3.1 Rare Plants
The surveys were conducted in a near normal rainfall year (see Table 1). No rare plants were
found during the 2022 survey. Locations for plants found were mapped using GNSS (Glonass
enabled receivers with ESRI Collector/Field Maps) in 2022.
Table 6. Field Survey Results Summary
Species Likelihood of Occurrence
Chaparral Ragwort Presumed Absent
Marsh Sandwort Presumed Absent
Mesa Horkelia Presumed Absent
Parry's Spineflower Presumed Absent
Plummer's Mariposa-lily Presumed Absent
Pringle's Monardella Presumed Absent
Robinson's Peppergrass Presumed Absent
Salt Marsh Bird's-Beak Presumed Absent
San Bernardino Aster Presumed Absent
Santa Ana River Woollystar Presumed Absent
White Rabbit-Tobacco Presumed Absent
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5.0 REFERENCES
Baldwin, B.G., D.H. Goldman, and L.A. Vorobik. 2012. The Jepson Manual: Vascular Plants of
California. University of California Press, Berkeley.
California Department of Fish and Wildlife. 2022.California Natural Diversity Data Base
(Rarefind). Data available by subscription.
California Geological Survey. 2002. California Geomorphic Provinces. Note 36.
California Native Plant Society (CNPS). 2001. CNPS Botanical Survey Guidelines.
California Native Plant Society, Rare Plant Program. 2022. Inventory of Rare and Endangered
Plants of California (online edition, v8-03 0.39). Website http://www.rareplants.cnps.org
Accessed 6 May 2022.
Consortium of California Herbaria. 2022. Species Voucher Data. Available online at:
http://ucjeps.berkeley.edu/consortium/. Accessed on March 20, 2018.
MacKevett, E.M. 1951. Geology of the Jurupa Mountains: San Bernardino and Riverside
Counties. Department of Natural Resources. Division of Mines and Geology. San Francisco,
California
Sawyer, J. O., T. Keeler-Wolf, and J. M. Evens. 2009. A manual of California vegetation.
Second edition. Calif. Native Plant Society Press, in collaboration with Calif. Fish and
Game. Sacramento.
Soil Survey Staff, Natural Resources Conservation Service, United States Department of
Agriculture [a]. Soil Survey Geographic (SSURGO) Database for [French Valley,
California]. Available online at:
http://www.arcgis.com/apps/OnePane/basicviewer/index.html?appid=a23eb436f6ec4ad6
982000dbaddea5ea. Accessed: May 15, 2020.
Tesky, J. L. 1993. Encelia farinosa. In Fire Effects Information System, [Online]. U.S.
Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station, Fire
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Sciences Laboratory (Producer).
https://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/shrub/encfar/all.html [August 22, 2020].
University of Idaho. 2008. Northwest GAP Analysis Project: California Land Cover. Available
online at http://gap.uidaho.edu/index.php/california-land-cover/. Accessed March 15, 2018.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 1998. Endangered and threatened wildlife and plants;
determination of endangered or threatened stat us for four southwestern California plants
from vernal wetlands and clay soils. Federal Register 63:54975-54994.
APPENDIX A
Flora Observed
Scientific Name Common Name
Conifers
Pinaceae Pine Family
Pinus canariensis C.Sm. ex D.C.* Canary Island Pine
Pinus halepensis P. Mill* Aleppo pine
Eudicots Flowering Plants
Adoxaceae Muskroot Family
Sambucus nigra L.subsp. caerulea (Raf.) Bolli Blue Elderberry
Amaranthaceae Amaranth Family
Amaranthus albus L.* Tumbleweed
Anacardiaceae Sumac Family
Schinus molle L.* Peruvian pepper
Schinus terebenthifolius Raddi* Brazilian pepper
Apiaceae Carrot Family
Daucus pusillus Michx. Rattlesnake weed
Foeniculum vulgare Mill.* Fennel
Apocynaceae Dogbane Family
Funastrum cynanchoides (Decne.) Schltr. var.
hartwegii (Vail) Krings Climbing milkweed
Asteraceae Sunflower Family
Ambrosia acanthicarpa Hook. Annual bursage
Ambrosia psilostachya DC Western ragweed
Artemisia californica Less. California sagebrush
Bebbia juncea (Benth.) Greene var. aspera Greene Sweetbush
Brickellia desertorum Covulle Desert brickellia
Carduus pycnocephalus L. ssp. pycnocephalus* Italian thistle
Centaurea melitensis L.* Maltese star thistle
Chorethrogyne filaginifolia (Hook. & Arn.) Nutt. var. filaginifolia common sandaster
Scientific Name Common Name
Deinandra paniculata (A. Gray) Davidson & Moxley ++ Paniculate Tarweed
Encelia farinosa A. Gray ex Torr Brittlebush
Ericameria palmeri (A. Gray) H. M. Hall var. pachylepis (H. M. Hall) G. L. Nesom Palmer's Rabbitbush
Erigeron canadensis L. Canada horseweed
Gutierrezia californica (DC.) Torr. & A. Gray California matchweed
Helianthus annuus L. Western sunflower
Heterotheca grandijlora Nutt. Telegraphweed
Isocoma menziesii (Hook. & Arn.) G. L. Nesom Menzie's goldenbush
Lactuca serriola L. * Prickly lettuce
Oncosiphon pilulifer (L. f.) Källersjö* Stinknet
Boraginaceae Borage Family
Amsinckia intermedia Fisch. & C. A. Mey. Common fiddleneck
Emmenanthe penduliflora Benth. Whispering bells
Eucrypta chrysanthemifolia (Benth.) Greene Common eucrypta
Phacelia cicutaria Greene Caterpillar phacelia
Phacelia minor (Harv.) Thell. ex F. Zimm. Canterbury bells
Brassicaceae Mustard Family
Brassica nigra (L.) W. D. J. Koch* black mustard
Hirschfeldia incana (L.) Lagr.-Fossat* wild mustard, shortpod mustard
Lepidium virginicum L. var. robinsonii (Thell.) C. L. Hitchc. ++ Robinson’s pepperweed
Cactaceae Cactus Family
Opuntia ficus-indica (L) Mill.* Mission Cactus
Cuscutaceae Spurge Family
Cuscuta californica Hook and Arn. California dodder
Euphorbiaceae Spurge Family
Croton setiger Hook. Doveweed
Euphorbia albomarginata Torr. & A. Gray Rattlesnake sandmat
Ricinis communis L.* Castor bean
Fabaceae Legume Family
Acacia longifolia (Andrews) Willd. * golden wattle
Scientific Name Common Name
Acmispon glaber (Vogel) Brouillet glaber deerweed
Acmispon micranthus Miniature lotus
Ceratonia siliqua L. * Carob
Lupinus hirsutissimus Benth. Stinging lupine
Lupinus succulentus Douglas ex K. Koch Arroyo lupine
Medicago polymorpha L.* Bur clover
Melilotus albus Medik. White sweet clover
Parkinsonia aculeata L.* Mexican palo verde
Erodium cicutarium (L.) L' Her. * Red stem filaree
Lamiaceae Mint Family
Marrubium vulgare L.* horehound *
Malvaceae Mallow Family
Malva parviflora L.* cheeseweed
Montiaceae Montia Family
Calandrinia menziesii (Hook.) Torr. & A. Gray Red maids
Myrtaceae Myrtle Family
Eucalyptus camaldulensis* Red Gum
Eucalyptus erythrocoris F. Muell* Red-capped Gum
Eucalyptus sideroxylon A. Cunn. ex Woolls* Red Ironbark
Nyctaginaceae Four O'clock Family
Bougainvillea spectabilis Willd.* Great Bougainvillea
Mirabilis laevis (Benth.) Curran var. crassifolia (Choisy) Spellenb. California wishbone bush
Oleaceae Olive Family
Olea europaea L.* European olive
Plantaginaceae Plantain Family
Antirrhinum nuttallianum Benth. ex A. DC. ssp. nuttallianum Nuttall's snapdragon
Plantago erecta E. Morris California plantain
Proteaceae Protea Family
Grevillea robusta A. Cunn. ex R. Br.* Silky
Polygonaceae Buckwheat Family
Eriogonum fasciculatum Benth.var. foliolosum (Nutt.) S. Stokes ex Abrams California buckwheat
Simaroubaceae Quassia Family
Ailanthus altissima (Mill.) Swingle * Tree of heaven
Solanaceae Nightshade Family
Datura wrightii Regel Jimsonweed
Nicotiana glauca Graham.* Tree tobacco
Solanum xanti A. Gray Purple nightshade
Tamaricaceae Tamarisk Family
Tamarix ramosissima Ledeb. * Tamarisk
Urticaceae Nettle Family
Urtica urens L. Dwarf nettle
Monocots Grasses and Allies
Arecaceae Palm Family
Brahaea armata Becc. * Mexican blue palm
Washingtonia robusta H. Wendl. * Mexican fan palm
Poaceae Grass Family
Avena barbata Pott. Ex Link* Slender oats
Avena fatua L.* Common wild oats
Bromus diandrus Roth* Ripgut brome
Bromus madritensis L. ssp. rubens (L.) Husn. * Red brome
Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn* Goose Grass
Festuca myuros L.* Rattail fescue
Hordeum murinumL.* Foxtail barley
Lamarckia aurea (L.) Moench* Goldentop
Schismus barbatus (L.) Thell. * Mediterranean grass
Themidaceae Brodiaea Family
Dichelostemma capitatum (Benth.) Alph. Wood Blue dicks
* Non-native Species ++ Special Status Species
APPENDIX B
Site Photographs
Photograph 1. Facing east, the above photograph shows remnants of a quarry north and east of
the project site.
Photograph 2. Ornamental trees are planted in the northwestern portion of the project site. This
photograph faces north.
Photograph 3. A view looking east into the central flatter portion of the project site shows
landscaped area. The species at the center of the image is carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua).
Photograph 4. This southeast-facing view shows silky oak (Grevellia robusta) and other
ornamental trees on the western half of the project site.
Photograph 5. Rocky outcrops dominated by brittlebush in the foreground are replaced by
annual grasses and mustard at mid elevations on their upper slopes
Photograph 6. Rocky outcrops with non-native annuals and buckwheat near southern part of the
project site. Photograph faces east.