Map the species range/distribution and land ownership (with clear indication of public vs private fee ownership and known existing conservation easements) and make the maps available.
Participate in the discussion forum to share ideas and provide feedback about practical actions that companies can take to promote positive impacts on forest management, and reduce the risk of procuring wood from forests where important ecological values are threatened.
The forum is organized by each Regional Meeting with each Specified Risk Topic listed under each meeting:
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Asheville (Appalachian Region)
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Atlanta (Southeast/Mississippi Alluvial Valley Regions)
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Portland (Pacific Coast/Rocky Mountain Regions)
This makes sense as there is little infomraiton about this availlable and the bulk of the reserach has been on public lands. Most current logging in the specific Cheoah region happens on private lands owned by smallholders. Better maps would help manage this risk.
If possible, species distribution modeling (e.g., Maxent) could be used to create maps not only where the species exists, but also where there is potential good habitat. These maps would serve as additional resources for educating loggers and landowners, particularly those whose properties are home to this salamander or have potential good habitat.