Mont. Admin. r. 12.9.1407

Current through Register Vol. 1, January 10, 2025

Rule 12.9.1407 - THE MORTALITY THRESHOLD

(1) The mortality threshold(s) is/are the maximum annual number of grizzly bear mortalities, within the DMA, that the population(s) can withstand while maintaining recovery levels. These recovery levels are described in the ecosystem conservation strategies.

(2) All grizzly bear mortalities within the DMA will count toward the relevant mortality threshold(s).

(3) Information concerning the mortality threshold will be made public via the department's website.

Mont. Admin. r. 12.9.1407

NEW, 2024 MAR p. 60, Eff. 1/13/2024

AUTH: 87-1-201, 87-1-301, MCA; IMP: 87-5-301, 87-6-106, MCA