Test the effects of utilizing two methods to create cooler temperatures in bat hibernacula (mines) to slow the growth of the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome and improve the over-winter survival of bats. Project will develop, implement and disseminate a guide to management strategies to agencies and landowners that have bat populations affected by white-nose syndrome.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Bats for the Future Fund
Project Title: Developing Management Strategies to Reduce White-Nose Syndrome and Increase Bat Survival (MI)
Organization:
Michigan Technological University
Project ID:
0406.22.076138
Description:
Award Amount:
$103924.80
Location:
Mead Mine and Keel Ridge Mines, Ontonagon and Dickinson counties, Michigan