This grant supports projects that produce measurable progress toward Mojave Desert tortoise recovery in California. Funded activities include managing habitat connectivity, installing fencing and wildlife crossings, developing monitoring systems, restoring habitat, controlling predators, and augmenting populations through head-starting and reintroduction efforts. Projects must be located within the tortoise's range in specified California counties and demonstrate near-term outcomes.
Eligible applicants include state and local government agencies, special districts, California Native American Tribes, public entities, private entities, nonprofit organizations, and land trusts operating within specified California counties in the Mojave Desert tortoise range.
