Ladybug Pheromone Deployment
Deployment of MCH pheromone packets to Douglas-fir trees within the Ladybug/Turkey Flat area to limit bark beetle mortality following Douglas-fir tussock moth defoliation event in 2022.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
321 acres within the Turkey Flat Cabin area and up the SR. 366 switchbacks to Ladybug Saddle. Not every acre in area will be treated. Treatment will focus on red squirrel areas and the cabin area.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/06/2022 |
| Decision | 04/2023 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2023 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Safford Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants
Project Activity:
Species Habitat Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Ladybug Pheromone Deployment
Decision Signed Date: 04/25/2023
Forests:
Coronado National Forest
Districts:
Safford Ranger District
States:
Arizona
Counties:
Graham
Legal Land Description:
R.25 E. T.9S. 19 &20; R.25 E. T. 10 S. 30
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Bonnie Woods
P.O. Box 709
Safford, AZ 85548-0709
575-758-8678
bonnie.a.woods@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/25/2023