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White-Nose Syndrome in bats:
Maps
(Click on map for a pdf file)
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February 5, 2010 |
(PDF 325KB)
Credit: courtesy of Cal Butchkoski, Pennsylvania Game Commission |
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Distribution of WNS-affected counties, known bat hibernacula and bat species. (PDF 2.78 MB)
Credit: courtesy of Zac Wilson, Bat Conservation International
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The Service recommends closing human access to hibernacula in Area 3 (more than 250 miles beyond currently affected areas) if WNS is found in them. Further, hibernacula within 75 miles of affected hibernacula in Area 3 should be closed except for approved research, and sites beyond 75 miles of affected hibernacula should have access for approved research and commercial use only. The intent of this recommendation is to help control the spread of the disease, which is likely carried by people on their clothing and gear.
More information.
Map from White-Nose Syndrome Management: Report on Structured Decision Making Initiative (page 47), Oct. 2009, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
Base map by Bat Conservation International.
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Last updated:
February 8, 2010
