Animals and Plants of the Region

Pacific Northwest

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Interactive Biodiversity Information System

The Interactive Biodiversity Information System (IBIS) is an informational resource developed by the Northwest Habitat Institute (NWHI) to promote the conservation of Northwest fish, wildlife, and their habitats through education and the distribution of timely, peer-reviewed scientific data.

The IBIS Ecoprovince and Subbasin Data Center provides maps and data related to landscapes and species in thirteen northwest ecoprovinces.

NBII Library of Images from the Environment (LIFE)

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The NBII Library of Images from the Environment is a growing collection of over 11,000 images of diverse, well-documented images of nature and the environment. Topics include animals, fungi and lichens, plants, microorganisms, interactions among species, landscapes , weather, research, environmental topics, and management.

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Animals and Plants of the Pacific Northwest Region

The Pacific Northwest region is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, including lush rainforests, active volcanoes, coastal beaches, high desert, old growth forests, grasslands, and mountains. These ecosystems support a wide variety of plant and animal life.

Protections outlined in the Northwest Forest Plan and other species and habitat plans highlight the conservation need of many species in the Pacific Northwest. Over 500 vertebrate, invertebrate, and plant species have been identified by state wildlife agencies as species of Greatest Conservation Need (GCN) in the region. The Pacific Northwest Species of Greatest Conservation Need interactive application brings together resources from multiple authoritative sources including the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) and NatureServe.

	Birds The region is home to diverse populations of year-round and migratory birds.
	Fishes Learn about the unique fish species found in freshwater and marine environments in the region.
	Invertebrates Learn more about the invertebrates of the region, including resources for butterflies and moths.
	Mammals The Pacific Northwest Region is home to a variety of mammals from the coast to the mountains.
	Plants The region's varied landscapes supports a broad range of plant species.
	Species of Greatest Conservation Need Explore the Species of Greatest Conservation Need (GCN) application for the Pacific Northwest Region.

Regional Species Information

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Amphibians and Reptiles of Oregon
Description: Checklists, and other information, regarding the amphibians and reptiles of Oregon.
Resource Type: Checklists and Identification Guides
Resource Format: URL
Publisher: Biology Department, University of Oregon

Birds of Washington State (USA)

Classification of Native Vegetation of Oregon

Coeur d'Alene Salamander: Plethodon idahoensis

Digital Atlas of Idaho: Amphibians

Economic and Environmental Impact Assessment of Forest Policy: Western Washington

Field Guide to Selected Rare Plants of Washington

Global Invasive Species Database - Invasive Species in Idaho

Idaho Invasive Species Agencies and Organizations

Idaho Invasive Species State Laws and Regulations

Idaho Regulatory News and Pest Survey Information

Idaho State Resources for Invasive Species

Idaho: Invasive Species

Introduced Species in Oregon Estuaries

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Western Soundscapes

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The Western Soundscape Archive is a searchable web-based audio archive with a focus on the natural sounds of the western United States. Housed at the University of Utah's J. Willard Marriott Library, the recordings include representative sounds of more than 90% of the West's bird species, all of the region's frogs and toads, and more than 100 different types of mammals and reptiles, as well as ambient soundscapes and interviews.

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Northwest Habitat Institute

Northwest Habitat Institute

The Northwest Habitat Institute promotes and facilitates the conservation of Pacific Northwest native species and habitats through:

Development and dissemination of data-rich and verifiable information, maps, and tools; and
Restoration and enhancement of native habitats.

Specific objectives of the Institute include:

Developing products and tools that assist landowners and land managers conserve native species and habitats;
Developing and implementing inventory and monitoring programs; and
Coordinating and facilitating activities (e.g., habitat restoration, land-use planning and management objectives) that promote the conservation and management of our natural resources.

The NBII Program is administered by the Biological Informatics Program of the U.S. Geological Survey

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