Chapter 5 - Stresses on Species and Habitats and Conservation Actions in Response to Stresses

Threats and Stresses are conditions that adversely affect Species of Greatest Conservation Need or their habitats which are critical for understanding and addressing the drivers of low and declining populations. The WVDNR outlined conservation actions and their implementation priorities, which are the necessary steps to address threats, alleviate stresses, and ultimately protect species and their essential habitats.