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The elements discussed below require special attention because they are
not necessarily protected or properly represented
through either landscape-level or natural
community-level conservation. Seven elements are
discussed: rare, threatened, and endangered
species;
deer winter
habitat;
mast stands;
important bat
habitat;
important turtle
habitat;
grassland bird
habitat; and
early successional forest and shrub
habitat.
These
are discrete significant habitats for fish,
wildlife, and plants and are necessary for the
survival of those species that rely on them. It is
critical to include these habitats in any
conservation planning efforts where they occur.
Species level natural heritage
elements include:
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