Species Information and Conservation | Mass.gov

A major function of NHESP is to collect information on rare species. This is accomplished through field surveys, literature reviews, and research by staff biologists and cooperators around the state. Information is collected on the abundance, distribution, and conservation needs of rare species and significant natural communities.

Rare species in Massachusetts are threatened primarily due to habitat loss or degradation. Learn more about reporting rare species observations, requesting species information, and get information on conservation efforts for a specific biological group.

Top tasks for Species Information and Conservation

List of Endangered, Threatened, and Special Concern species

Report rare species & vernal pool observations

All other tasks for Species Information and Conservation

Request rare species information

Changes to the list of Endangered, Threatened & Special Concern species

Rare Species Success Stories

Rare Species by Town Viewer

NHESP Research and Inventory

Natural Heritage Forms and Guidelines

Scientific Collection Permit (Education/Research) (PDF 95.8 KB)

Commercial Scientific Collection Permit Application (PDF 172.5 KB)

Image credits: Frosted Elfin, Callophrys irus (M.W. Nelson, NHESP)

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