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Maryland encompasses a tremendous diversity of habitats that support an impressive array of species, and Maryland's diverse landscape includes a wide range of
Natural Communities, from Coastal Plain Bogs to Serpentine Grasslands.
Did you know the Wildlife and Heritage Service tracks the status of over 1100 native plants and animals that are among the rarest in Maryland? As elements of our State's natural diversity, these species are the most in need of conservation efforts. Learn more about Maryland's
Natural Heritage Program and the Rare and Endangered
Plants and Animals Maryland is
striving to protect.
If you are curious about the wild animals that live in Maryland, you'll find a complete list of Maryland Wildlife Species right here on the DNR Internet.
If you are interested in learning more about the creatures found in Maryland, check out Animal Bits online. Each month biologists from the Wildlife and Heritage Service will be adding another animal to this site. Why not bookmark Animal Bits so you can visit frequently and Learn About Maryland's Wildlife.
An increasing array of foreign invaders, plants and animals with no natural predators, are endangering Maryland's native habitats. These Invasive & Exotic Species out-compete native plants and animals, resulting in a loss of Maryland's
biological biodiversity.
If you want to create a backyard habitat for wildlife, find out about Maryland's Wild Acres Program. Both students and teachers are invited to find out what kind of Educational Programs the Wildlife and Heritage Service sponsors and discover how to take advantage of some unique adventures in learning.
You can also learn more about the biological diversity and ecosystems in your
neighborhood. Natural history study can provide rewarding outdoor experiences as
you begin to understand the lives of birds, mammals, plants, and other species,
as well as the complex interactions of these species with each other and with
their environment.
Many non-profit Maryland
Naturalist Organizations offer field trips, seminars, classes, and
workshops to help budding naturalists and folks interested in their environment
gain a deeper understanding of and greater appreciation for natural world in
which they live.
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