Notes 



- In addition to the counties listed in which known nests 

 occur, bald eagles and peregrine falcons may also occur in 

 areas of Montana as spring or fall migrants, non-breeding 

 summer residents, or winter residents. 



- Black-footed ferrets were released into the wild in southern 

 Phillips County during the fall of 1994. These are the only 

 wild black-footed ferrets known to occur in Montana and they 

 have been designated a nonessential, experimental population, 

 which increases the flexibility with which these animals can be 

 managed. Although none are known at this time, other black- 

 footed ferrets may potentially be found in Montana in 

 conjunction with prairie dog ( Cynomys spp.) colonies in the 

 other counties indicated on this list. 



- Potential gray wolf distribution has been represented in this 

 list by indicating counties for which the Service has received 

 wolf observation reports from 1987 through 1993. Gray wolves 

 were reintroduced into Yellowstone National Park and central 

 Idaho during January 1995. These have been designated 

 nonessential experimental populations. The rules governing 

 wolf management differ for wolves inside and outside of the 

 designated Nonessential Experimental Population Areas. 



- Distribution of category 1 candidate species is based on the 

 best and most current information available, but data may be 

 lacking. 



- Contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Montana Field 

 Office at 100 N. Park Ave., Suite 320, Helena, Montana 59601, 

 telephone number (406)449-5225, if you require other 

 information regarding these species. 



revised 12/95 



SDJ 



