Understanding Conservation Categories for Washington Wildlife: Endangered and Protected

Threatened, endangered, sensitive, protected … what does it all mean? In this blog, we’ll learn about different listing statuses for species in Washington in need of dedicated conservation action. The listing status is just one of several conservation categories that a species in Washington can be included in. Make sure to visit our other blogs (coming soon!) to learn about some of the state’s other conservation categories, including Species of Greatest Conservation Need and Priority Habitats and Species. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) uses many different categories to describe the conservation status of fish and wildlife species. These categories often overlap — especially since other state and federal agencies have their own categories, too! — but each has its own unique definition and purpose. Some categories are specific to Washington, others are shared among other managing entities. Different categories help spotlight conservation needs, spur protective action, and guide recovery efforts. <a href="https://wdfw.medium.com/understanding-conservation-categories-for-washington-wildlife-endangered-and-protected-b047782d32d7">Click Here</a>