NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Longleaf Stewardship Fund
Project Title: Red-cockaded Woodpecker Translocation Support for the Southern Range Translocation Cooperative: Years 17 & 18 (AL, FL, GA, MS)
Organization:
The Longleaf Alliance, Inc.
Project ID:
1903.19.063932
Description:

Support recovery of the federally endangered red-cockaded woodpecker through translocation of birds from the Apalachicola National Forest to designated recovery properties in Florida, Georgia and Mississippi selected by the Southern Range Translocation Cooperative. Project will translocate at least 20 birds to restored longleaf pine habitat that will be managed long-term.

Award Amount:
$90000.00
Location:
Potential recipients include: River Creek WMA (GA); St. Marks NWR, East (FL); DeSoto NF, Chickawawhay Rd, East (MS); and DeSoto NF, DeSoto Rd., Black Creek North (MS).