Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)
$50,00

To address a critical gap in available resources, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) seeks to develop Species Status Assessments (SSAs) on each of the 22 herptile species that are identified as Strategy Species. The SSA provides a single source for species’ biological information needed for management and planning, allows for engagement by agencies and other partners, and provides the best available scientific information to guide conservation action. SSAs will be completed by a a qualified contractor, and we anticipate that possible funding available through OCRF will be sufficient to complete 12 of the highest priority herptile SSAs. Each individual species profile will include a complete review of the scientific information available, including their general biology and ecology, habitat requirements, habitat availability/distribution/quality, conservation status, population status, and threats and environmental stressor. By making synthesized research summaries publicly available, we can support the equitable access to high quality Oregon-specific data that may be used to ensure that conservation actions implemented across the state adequately consider the needs of these species.