Southeast Conservation Blueprint Summary for North Carolina
Freshwater Imperiled aquatic species
This indicator measures the number of aquatic animal Regional Species of Greatest Conservation Need (RSGCN) observed within each 12-digit HUC subwatershed, including fish, mussels, snails, crayfish, and amphibians. RSGCN are regional priority species derived from the list of SGCN identified in Southeast State Wildlife Action Plans as most in need of need of conservation action. RSGCN were chosen based on consistent criteria, such as level of conservation concern, regional stewardship responsibility, and ecological significance. This indicator originates from state Natural Heritage Program data collected by the Southeast Aquatic Resources Partnership and applies to the Environmental Protection Agency's estimated floodplain, which spatially defines areas estimated to be inundated by a 100-year flood (also known as the 1% annual chance flood).
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Number of aquatic animal Regional Species of Greatest Conservation Need (RSGCN) observed 8+ species
7 species 6 species 5 species 4 species 3 species 2 species 1 species 0 species Not identified as a floodplain
Created 11/20/2024 using the Southeast Conservation Blueprint Explorer
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