Red-cockaded Woodpecker
RCW is an endangered species with the most distinguishing feature being the black cap and nape that encircle large white cheek patches. Today it is estimated that there are about 12,500 red-cockaded woodpeckers, representing about 1% of the original populations. The red-cockaded woodpecker makes its home in mature pine forests in the Southeast region of the United States. Projects on Federal lands must comply with the Endangered Species Act. Foraging Surveys and Absence/Presence Surveys are used to determine if the Red-cockaded woodpecker will be affected by a proposed project.
RCW Surveys
Projects on Federal lands must comply with the Endangered Species Act. Foraging Surveys and Absence/Presence Surveys are used to determine if the Red-cockaded woodpecker will be affected by a proposed project. Reagan Smith is permitted by the USFWS to perform RCW Foraging and Absence/Presence Surveys throughout the United States. We have extensive experience in Eastern Texas.
RCW Foraging Analysis
RCW Foraging Analysis determines if there is sufficient foraging available for each cluster that may be affected by a proposed project. Forest Service and USFWS will require a Foraging Survey for projects located near known RCW Clusters. Reagan Smith is permitted to perform RCW Foraging Analysis throughout the United States.
RCW Habitat Assessments
RCW Habitat Assessments are performed to determine if RCW maybe present based on the age of pine forests.