The Canada lynx is a threatened species in Washington, struggling due to habitat loss, with fewer than 50 individuals remaining in the state.
Category: Ecosystems
Temperate Rainforest of Washington
The temperate rainforest, rich in biodiversity and Indigenous stewardship, faces climate threats yet remains largely protected within national park boundaries. Conservation efforts are ongoing.
Endangered Insects of the Washington Temperate Forest
The Johnson’s hairstreak butterfly underscores the importance of mature forests, revealing ecosystem health and highlighting the need for further study of Washington’s insects.
Leatherback Sea Turtle
The Leatherback sea turtle, an endangered species, migrates widely and faces significant threats leading to a global population decline.
Endangered Insects of the Washington Shrubsteppe
Five key insect species in the shrubsteppe ecosystem indicate environmental health; their declines signal broader ecological challenges in connectivity, water, and biodiversity.
Marbled Murrelet
The marbled murrelet is an endangered seabird that nests in old-growth forests along the North American west coast.
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