State Wildlife Action Plans are blueprints for wildlife conservation within individual states. These plans are being refined and revised to incorporate the latest knowledge, with updates scheduled for 2015. A wealth of regionally focused information (e.g., downscaled climate data, species distribution models, etc.) exists that could be incorporated into the revision process if synthesized and made accessible. Additionally, recognizing that species-ranges, -habitats, and -threats cross state boarders, linking shared priorities and efforts will lead to greater efficacy of conservation actions.
Summary
State Wildlife Action Plans are blueprints for wildlife conservation within individual states. These plans are being refined and revised to incorporate the latest knowledge, with updates scheduled for 2015. A wealth of regionally focused information (e.g., downscaled climate data, species distribution models, etc.) exists that could be incorporated into the revision process if synthesized and made accessible. Additionally, recognizing that species-ranges, -habitats, and -threats cross state boarders, linking shared priorities and efforts will lead to greater efficacy of conservation actions.
