| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 51.85 |
| Liaison | Tara Pike |
| Submission Date | June 17, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Tier2-2: Wildlife Habitat
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.25 / 0.25 |
Robert
Lynn Facility Manager LANDSCAPE GROUNDS & ARBORETUM / FMA |
Does the institution have programs in place to protect and/or create wildlife habitat on institution-owned land?:
A brief description of the wildlife habitat program, policy, or practice:
Through the use of native and adapted plant species throughout the campus, natural habitats are created and maintained for indigenous wildlife. The Donald H. Baepler Xeric Garden is home to birds, reptiles and mammals.
Wildlife requires four basic components for survival: food, water, shelter and areas for reproduction. To attract wildlife to our xeriscape, UNLV uses plants that provide cover and protection from the elements, while supplying food in the form of flowers, fruits, seeds and nuts. Insects attracted by various plants also become food for birds and reptiles. Rock, log or brush piles provide cover for reptiles, ground squirrels, birds and insects. Reproductive areas may be open areas for courtship activities, or mature trees. UNLV provides many areas on campus that attract and maintain native wildlife with the most prominent area being our Donald H. Baepler Xeric Garden.
The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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