Forest Engineering

University of Washington


 FM/FISH 328 Forestry-Fisheries Interactions

 


Assignment 1:  The Regulatory Context of Fishes and Forests

 

Objective:  Become familiar with sources on the Web and the various agencies related to species listing and some of the terminologies used

 


1. Explain the terms “endangered” and threatened”

a)     what is the meaning, definition of " endangerd" and "threatened"

b)     when were they introduced and as part of which legislation

c)     provide the source, e.g. web link

 


 

 

2. Some listed species have “designated critical habitat”. 

a)     what does the term “designated critical habitat” mean

b)     provide one or two examples

c)     provide the source, e.g. web link

 


 

3. Provide a list of “protected species” in Washington State for “animals” (fish and wildlife) that are listed as “endangered

 

Clearly identify your source(s), e.g. web link