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Species of Concern
Rare or Endangered SpeciesMany of our state's most beautiful and fragile creatures, like indigo snakes, manatees and red-cockaded woodpeckers, are threatened as their habitats vanish. For these animals, as well as other nongame wildlife, management and habitat conservation are key to their survival. Click on the links below to learn more about Georgia’s rare or endangered species. Georgia Rare Species and Natural Community InformationWelcome to the Nongame Conservation Section data center. Here you will find rare species and natural community data for Georgia. The protected species lists contain species protected at both the state and the federal level. The special concern lists include federally protected, state protected and other rare or imperiled plants, animals, and natural communities tracked by the Nongame Conservation Section. Protected Species UpdateThe Georgia DNR has completed an extensive revision of its protected plant and animal lists with input from local, state and federal agencies as well as private conservation organizations. Wildlife ConservationExplore these pages for more information about Red-cockaded woodpecker management efforts, northern right whale protection and the successful recovery of Georgia’s bald eagle population.
Ginseng Managment ProgramInformation about Georgia’s Ginseng Management Program and other useful ginseng links. TechNotes, Data & GIS
Nongame-Endangered Wildlife ProgramSnakes of GeorgiaAccording to the National Wildlife Federation, at least 20% of the U.S. population suffers some degree of snake fear. Regardless of the cause, extreme fear is unnecessary. A new and improved fact sheet is now available. 
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