Dutchman Creek Conservation Bank is a 501-acre vernal pool landscape that contributes to a larger natural lands matrix comprising several existing conservation banks, conservation easements, and the Merced National Wildlife Refuge. Dutchman creek, with the surrounding properties, totals over 10,000 acres focused on safeguarding species and their habitats. The vernal pools and grassland habitat on the site supports Vernal Pool Tadpole Shrimp, Vernal Pool Fairy Shrimp, Conservancy Fairy Shrimp, California Tiger Salamander, Western Spadefoot Toad, Mid-Valley Fairy Shrimp, Swainson’s Hawk, and San Joaquin Kit Fox.
Location:
Merced County, CA
Credit Types:
California tiger salamander, San Joaquin kit fox, Vernal Pool Invertebrate Preservation, Western Burrowing owl, Western spadefoot
Acres:
501
Approving Agencies:
California Department of Fish and Wildlife U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
WES has available and pending credits at Piedra Azul and Buck Ridge Conservation Banks.
For additional information about credits, please reach out to our sales team.
