Bats surveys on USFS Northern Region lands in Montana (original) (raw)

The U.S. Forest Service Northern Region conducted annual bat surveys from 2005 to 2007 across multiple forests in Montana to assess the distribution and status of bat species. The surveys revealed new county records for various species and highlighted significant gaps in existing distribution data, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and research. Ten bat species were captured, with findings indicating regional differences in bat morphometrics and identifying the necessity for further studies to address distribution gaps.