The temperate rainforest, rich in biodiversity and Indigenous stewardship, faces climate threats yet remains largely protected within national park boundaries. Conservation efforts are ongoing.
Category: Endangered
Upland Sandpiper
The upland sandpiper is a migratory, grassland-nesting bird with declining populations, particularly in Washington, where its breeding status remains uncertain.
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.
Watercolor – Whimsy
Join us in this two-hour online workshop to explore watercolor layering basics.
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.

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