Conservation Status of Fish, Wildlife and Natural Habitats in the Northeast Landscape

Abstract

The content of the study was determined by a regional monitoring framework developed by the Northeast Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and designed to assess the status of the region’s species and habitats. When combined, these indicators formed a multi-dimensional picture of each aspect of natural diversity and more than once revealed striking and unexpected patterns.

By highlighting the conservation successes and gaps to date, the following fact sheets and accompanying maps aim to spur renewed conservation efforts and direct such efforts to those places most in need of permanent protection—both to secure our region’s unique natural habitats and to ensure permanent homes for wildlife.

Center for Resilient Conservation Science updated this report in 2022. The updated report assesses habitat trends in the Northeast U.S. from 2012–2022, showing increased conservation and progress toward 30x30 goals for the conservation of forests, wetlands, unique habitats, rivers and lakes.

Citation

Anderson, M.G. and Olivero Sheldon, A. (2011). Conservation Status of Fish, Wildlife, and Natural Habitats in the Northeast Landscape: Implementation of the Northeast Monitoring Framework. The Nature Conservancy, Eastern Conservation Science. 289 pp.