Are pesticides a problem for the mountain plover?
Possibly, but the data about pesticides is not conclusive. We do know that mountain plovers are exposed to pesticides on their winter habitat in the U.S.; information about pesticide use in Mexico is not available. Pesticides may also pose a potential threat on breeding grounds during the years when pesticides are used to control grasshopper infestation.. 7. What effect would a listing of the mountain plover have on pesticide uses? The Environmental Protection Agency regulates the registration of pesticides and is required to comply with the Endangered Species Act. Consequently, if the bird is listed, the Service will work with the EPA to reduce or eliminate any adverse impacts and to ensure that label restrictions alert the public of potential effects of pesticide use. 8. Are there any current efforts to protect the mountain plover? Yes. The Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management have used prescribed burning to maintain the needed short-grass habitat at both breeding and win
