Wildlife Habitat

Many of our conservation projects often benefit wildlife, whether by protecting breeding habitat or migration routes. ADD MORE INTRO TEXT

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Grizzly Bears In The Rocky Mountain Front grizzly bear

Big and burly, grizzly bears (Ursus arctos horribilis) are an icon of American wildlife. One of the largest mammals in North America, approximately 50,000 grizzlies lived in the continental United States until the 1800s, when settlers began moving in and cities grew…. Read More

Southwest Alaska Salmon Habitat Initiative Alaska sockeye salmon

With hundreds of pristine rivers, lakes and streams, the southwest Alaska region abounds with natural resources, diverse habitats, world-class recreation spots and a rich culture and history. Covering an area the size of Washington state, this 40-million- acre region supports… Read More

Behold! The Prairie Chicken Prairie Chicken Photo By Doug Dance

The Greater Prairie-Chicken once was found in abundance across much of the Midwest. But populations have declined to near extinction over the past century. Today, this great American bird is losing ground—literally. Best known for its mating “dance” where the male… Read More

Sand Ranch/Area of Critical Environmental Concern lesser prairie chicken

Throughout the Southwest and Midwest, the lesser prairie-chicken’s population size and geographic range have dramatically diminished due to the widespread conversion of native prairie grasslands to agricultural uses, leaving Southeast New Mexico as one of the bird’s most important undisturbed… Read More

A Bright Future For Rocky Fork Rocky Fork creek

Success! After nearly five years of hard work, we were thrilled to convey the final piece of Rocky Fork, the largest tract of unprotected land in the southern Appalachian Mountains, to the U.S. Forest Service in September 2012. Located along… Read More

Saving San Diego’s Open Space San Diego hills and sage brush

San Diego is known for its miles of coastline and beautiful beaches. But there is more to this coastal ecosystem than just sand and surf: other landscapes, such as coastal sage brush and forest habitat, also are critical to maintaining the… Read More

Three Sisters Springs In Crystal River endangered manatee

Three Sisters Springs is made up of pristine, naturally occurring springs and is one of Florida’s last remaining urban springs. During the winter months, as well as cold fronts, the springs are home to more than 150 endangered manatees, a… Read More

Habitat Protection For The Florida Panther florida-panther-connie-bransiler-USFWS-390x260

The Florida panther is the only cougar species found east of the Mississippi River. Although you’ll see the Florida panther on everything from license plates to the state hockey team’s jersey, this elusive cat was one of the first animals… Read More

Kanapaha Prairie Whooping Cranes

Kanapaha Prairie, near Gainesville in Alachua County, is part of north-central Florida’s vast system of wet prairies. As a wet prairie, Kanapaha benefits both Florida’s residents and wildlife: it not only sustains a diversity of birds and other animals, but… Read More