These data are species
distribution model outputs for the Mojave fringe-toed lizard (Uma scoparia)
for the DRECP.
Based on consultation with biologists and
occurrence data, the Conservation Biology Institute modified the UCSB binary
model to include sand/dune complexes with known MFTL populations. Playas (based
on the National Hydrography Dataset) were excluded from suitable habitat, and
suitable sand features were selected from the DRECP Sand and Dune Systems
dataset and National Hydrography Dataset washes. Developed, disturbed and
agricultural lands were excluded from suitable habitat, using the Land
Cover/Natural Vegetation Communities dataset produced by Dr. Todd Keeler-Wolf,
CDFW. Since this land cover dataset does not extend beyond the DRECP
boundary, the modified binary representation of Mojave fringe-toed lizard
habitat is constrained to the DRECP boundary, while the continuous surface
extends beyond the boundary.
For Uma scoparia, Max Sensitivity + Specificity threshold = 0.1479; best AUC = 0.9915; mean AUC = 0.9818.
Disclaimer: Species occurrence data shown on map are not a 100% complete representation of all locations of a given species.