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Barrett Solar: Project Endangered Species

Description: fur (black at the base, followed by a band of lighter brown, and dark tips) and the juxtaposition of its black wing membrane surrounding a reddish-orange forearm.

Eastern spotted skunk The Eastern spotted skunk is a small, black mammal with a distinctive pattern of broken white stripes or spots across its body, including a white spot on its forehead and in front of each ear, making it appear "spotted"; it has a bushy black tail with a white tip, and is generally smaller than a house cat, with a slender body and short legs;

Alligator snapping turtle. They will have a triangularly shaped head, with a pointed nose, and a pronounced hook in their beak. They will also have 3 rows of extremely prominent ridges on the top of their back.

Western Chicken Turtle The western chicken turtle is 4-10 inches (10-25.4 cm When viewed dorsally, the carapace is pear-shaped with the widest part just above the rear legs. The carapace contains numerous longitudinally oriented shallow ridges.

Wildlife Policy 1. PCL will continuously monitor wildlife around site and will comply with all local and state regulations on wildlife conversation. 2. Any impact on wildlife must be reported in a timely manner to PCL Management. Wildlife Protection 1. Employees must be trained on recognizing and avoiding harm to wildlife, including endangered species. 2. Direct interaction with wildlife should only be undertaken by trained personnel, and proper safety protocols such as not touching or harassing any animal should be followed to avoid stress or injury to animals. 3. Any accidental injuries to wildlife must be reported immediately to PCL management and wildlife authorities for appropriate action. Wildlife contact (817) 277-1100 Habitat Conservation 1. Employees must be educated to identify and avoid harm to wildlife, especially endangered species. 2. Direct engagement with wildlife should only be done by skilled persons, and strict safety standards such as not harassing, touching, and injuring the wildlife should be followed to prevent animal stress or damage. 3. Any unexpected injury to animals must be reported promptly to PCL Management and wildlife authorities for appropriate action.

Has a short, squat body, large spines, and a flat, rounded shape. It has a white or yellow line down its back, and its color varies from tan to reddish brown. The lizard's scales are large and pointed, and some on its head are modified to form "horns".

Monarch Butterfly The monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus, is a large, brightly colored butterfly with striking orange, black, and white markings

Strecker's chorus frog Is a small, robust frog with a toad-like appearance: Size: Adults can be over 1.5 inches long Color: Can be green, dark green, gray, or light brown, with dark brown to black spots on the back A dark, mask-like stripe runs from the snout to the shoulder, and there is usually a dark triangle-shaped spot on the forehead. Skin looks Granular Underside: White, with yellow or orange around the groin Throat: Dark gray during breeding season in males Voice: Bell-like notes or a "ka-week" sound Wildlife Policy 1. PCL will continuously monitor wildlife around site and will comply with all local and state regulations on wildlife conversation. 2. Any impact on wildlife must be reported in a timely manner to PCL Management. Wildlife Protection 1. Employees must be trained on recognizing and avoiding harm to wildlife, including endangered species. 2. Direct interaction with wildlife should only be undertaken by trained personnel, and proper safety protocols such as not touching or harassing any animal should be followed to avoid stress or injury to animals. 3. Any accidental injuries to wildlife must be reported immediately to PCL management and wildlife authorities for appropriate action. Wildlife contact (817) 277-1100 Habitat Conservation 1. Employees must be educated to identify and avoid harm to wildlife, especially endangered species. 2. Direct engagement with wildlife should only be done by skilled persons, and strict safety standards such as not harassing, touching, and injuring the wildlife should be followed to prevent animal stress or damage. 3. Any unexpected injury to animals must be reported promptly to PCL Management and wildlife authorities for appropriate action.

Is a perennial, deciduous shrub commonly growing between 3-8 feet high. The succulent leaves are egg-shaped to narrowly lance-shaped and oppositely arranged except for the upper reduced leaves.

Status: Endangered Potential habitat within the area. According to the Ecological Assessment Technical Report, there are potential bat roost trees on project area (Photo 353, 354 & 355 The active period for this species is from April to November. It is recommended a fauna survey be executed with the objective of identifying the location of this species of bat. If this is the case, the relevant areas should be clearly marked to ensure that the species in question is not affected.

Status: Vulnerable locally but globally classified as Secure (G5 Not included in the consultant's environmental study and deemed non- critical. Be careful in case an individual encountered during construction stage.

Illustration 3. Potential Habitat of the Tricolored Bat, status: endangered (S2)

Illustration 4. Potential habitat of the Eastern Spotted Skunk

Status: Vulnerable/Endangered (S2S3) according to the Texas Dept. of Conservation

In June 2023, during the previous prospect, this species was proposed for the endangered species list. After, in August 2024, it was resolved that it is a species to become protected. It is an aquatic species. Perennial water bodies; rivers, canals, lakes, and oxbows; also swamps, bayous, and ponds near running water; sometimes enters brackish coastal waters. Females emerge to lay eggs close to the water's edge. The ponds in the project plots should be studied. They must not be dried out, as this would affect the turtles. If the water drainage is not done properly, the PV project could affect this species. Be careful with water discharges. According to the GIS layer, there is one potential habitat within the study area.

Not considered in the environmental study conducted by the external consultant. Aquatic and terrestrial. This species uses aquatic habitats in the late winter, spring and early summer and then terrestrial habitats the remainder of the year. Preferred aquatic habitats seem to be highly vegetated shallow wetlands with gentle slopes. Specific terrestrial habitats are not well known. Special attention red band, like the Alligator snapping turtle species, should pay attention to spills over hydrographic areas. If the project affects the ponds, contact the The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Kills and Spills Team (KAST

Illustration 5. Potential Habitat of Alligator Snapping Turtle

Illustration 6. Potential habitat Western chicken turtle

Status: Vulnerable/Threatened (T/S3) The previous environmental study indicated that there is no negative impact on this species. On the other hand, the layers obtained by the USGS show the presence of potential habitat for this species. It is a vulnerable species so we should pay attention to it and try to don't disturb it. Terrestrial: Open habitats with sparse vegetation, including grass, prairie, cactus, scattered brush, or scrubby trees; soil may vary in texture from sandy to rocky; burrows into soil, enters rodent burrows, or hides under rock when inactive.

Status: not included in County Lists of Rare Species of Texas There is a national monarch butterfly protection program. In the technical report, the environmental consulting found a Monarch butterfly larva and its host plant "Asclepias viridis" Wetland WDP1039 (Photo 356 &357 The illustration below shows where these species are located and where to focus when surveying plants and animals. Clearing activities in potential areas during the active period in North America may harm the species.

Illustration 7. Potential Habitat of Texas Horned Lizard

Illustration 8. Monarch Butterfly Species Locations in the FV Project

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Arlington Ecological Services Field Office

Street, Suite 1105 Fort Worth, TX 76115 (817)277-1100