Recovery direction for the American peregrine falcon (falco peregrinus anatum) In the Mono Basin and Owens Valley was guided through a local Interagency recovery plan. This plan was based on the Pacific Coast American Peregrine Falcon Recovery Plan (USFWS 1982). After evaluating recovery criteria, various reintroduction methods were considered. Reintroduction efforts were initiated in 1983, using hacking as the preferred method. Nine peregrine falcons were released in 1983 and 1984. Eight of these reached Independence. A third hacking in 1985 failed. Numerous local sightings of peregrine falcons have been documented following hacking efforts. Recommendations for continued reintroduction efforts and monitoring habitats for nesting activity are discussed.
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