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Luckenbach, R. A. (1978). An analysis of off-road vehicle use on desert avi-faunas. Paper presented at the Transactions of the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference.

Abstract

ORV's can directly affect desert birds by nest destruction, crushing of individuals, harassment and noise production which could interfere with territorial establishment and maintenance. Subsequent habitat alteration decreases the overall amount and quality of shelter, foraging areas, perches, nesting sites and materials. Harassment and noise may force a parent to leave an active nest for long periods exposing the young to thermal and water stress. The loss of large tracts of creosote and other habitats along migration routes may interfere with future migration patterns and adversely affect the summer visitant breeding avifauna of the entire Pacific Coast.
Concentrating ORV activities in limited areas that have already received impact is viewed as the best alternative for short-term management programs. In addition, seasonal or statutory closures of areas critical o game, raptors, endangered, and nesting-restricted species during breeding and fledging or during peak concentrations would reduce conflict with sensitive species.

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