The purpose is to conduct survey of the Rattlesnake Master Borer Moth at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

Tasks will include assessing pre-determined areas around the base that contain the rattlesnake master host plant used exclusively by the target moth species, mapping with a draft report of findings,

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identifying the species range on the base, calculating the species density in the project areas, identifying rattlesnake master plant management on the base including pests and burn practices, review conservation goals on the base for the borer moth and rattlesnake master plant, and identifying competing species both native and invasive and potential conservation practices.