Get Observation Form - Arizona Game And Fish Department

The Observation Form for the Arizona Game and Fish Department is essential for documenting sightings of the ornate box turtle, a species native to southeastern Arizona's desert grasslands. Completing this form accurately helps contribute to conservation efforts by tracking the distribution of this protected species.

Follow the steps to fill out the Observation Form online effectively.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Observation Form and open it in your preferred editor or application.
2. Begin by filling out the observer information section. Provide your name, street address, city, state, zip code, phone number, and email address in the designated fields.
3. Next, move to the observation information section. Fill in the date and time of your observation.
4. Enter the GPS coordinates by specifying the easting/latitude and northing/longitude. Choose the appropriate datum by checking either NAD 27 or NAD 83/WGS84.
5. Indicate where you found the turtle by checking one of the options: paved road, unpaved road, on a trail, or none of these.
6. Provide a detailed location, specifying landmarks such as nature preserves or highway mile markers, and include nearest cross streets and town.
7. Select the habitat where the turtle was found by checking the relevant option: disturbed grassland, native grassland, desert scrub, or other, along with a description.
8. Indicate whether the observation was made in a residential area by checking Yes or No.
9. Specify the agricultural land presence and ranching by checking Yes or No for each.
10. In the notes section, add any additional observations relevant to your sighting.
11. Record the temperature at the time of observation and the sky conditions by checking the appropriate options.
12. Provide the turtle information by checking the status (dead or alive), the behavior (walking, not moving, eating), and the activity (in open, hiding). Also, select the sex of the turtle by checking male, female, or unknown.
13. Indicate whether photos were taken by checking Yes or No, and if Yes, please send them with your form or email them to the provided address.
14. Review all entries for accuracy before submitting the form. You have options to save changes, download a copy, print it for submission, or share it as needed.

Complete the Observation Form online to assist in the conservation of the ornate box turtle.