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Yucca Mountain:
Impact
on
Wildlife

Pro-

Yucca mountain is home to many different types of wildlife all that are more resilient to radiation than humans.
They say that it will be safe for humans therefore being safe for the animals.
The desert tortoise is the only endangered species that lives near Yucca mountain, and they say it will not further endanger the species.

Con-

Air Quality: Construction of operation and transportation facilities for Yucca Mountain may impede Clark County's ability to meet national air standards.
Wildlife habitat: The construction of new rails and highways impede on several critical habitats:
- bighorn sheep winter range
- mule deer winter range
- pronghorn quail crucial habitat

tortoise

Range Resources: Area for grazing cattle and horses will be taken away deleteriously affecting the ranching industry