North Leopard Frog Survey in the Moses Lake Mud Flats and Sand Dunes

Project ID: R23AP00565

Federal Agency: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

Partner Institution: Washington State University

Fiscal Year: 2023

Initial Funding: $120,000

Total Funding: $120,000

Principal Investigator: Goldberg, Caren

Agreement Technical Representative: Moeller, Nathan

Abstract: The results from the eDNA surveys will be used to aid in the drafting and implementation of a new Resource Management Plan for the Moses Lake Sand Dunes ORV Park. Northern Leopard Frogs are a State Endangered species and are at risk of adverse impacts from ORV use in the area. These eDNA studies, in addition to other surveys such as wetland delineations, will help managers plan for and strike a balance between public recreation use and wildlife conservation needs.