Discover Washington’s Unique Natural Habitats

With ecosystems ranging from temperate rainforests to shrub-steppe, each of the five regions in Washington offers a remarkable blend of biodiversity, natural resources, and cultural significance.

Columbian Sharp-tailed Grouse

The Columbian sharp-tailed grouse struggles to survive in less than five percent of their historical range in Washington.

Greater Sage Grouse

A resident of Washington’s shrubsteppe ecosystem, these birds are currently endangered.