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Utah Natural Heritage Program
A database of rare native Utah species
The Utah Natural Heritage Program, an integral part of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Utah Department of Natural Resources, is the central repository for information on Utah's native plant and animal species, with a focus on rare and other high-interest species.
The Natural Heritage Program is a contributing member of the NatureServe network, which consists of natural heritage programs and conservation data centers across the United States, Canada and Latin America.
The Natural Heritage Program compiles information on Utah's species from a variety of sources, including scientific literature, museum collections and field surveys. This information is provided to government agencies, businesses, researchers, land managers, conservation groups and the public to help inform decisions regarding land use, development and conservation.
Learn about Utah's plants and animals
Utah is home to thousands of native plant and animal species. For more information about the identification, distribution, status and ecology of these species, refer to the Utah Field Guide.
New tool:
Public data from the Utah Natural Heritage Program also may be accessed via the DWR's Wildlife Habitat Analysis Tool. This new, free tool provides comprehensive information about Utah's animal and plant species (including rare species) in a geographic area, as well as analysis and recommendations for development and other land projects. Learn more about WHAT and request access here.
