Species & Habitats

In this section

• Species in Washington

  Looking to learn more about a specific fish or wildlife species in Washington? Start here.

• Ecosystems in Washington

  Learn about the variety of ecosystems found in Washington that provide habitat for fish and wildlife.

• Living with wildlife

  Living in Washington means living with wildlife. Whether you've found a baby bird out of the nest or are dealing with deer damaging your backyard, WDFW is here to help when you cross paths with the state's diverse wildlife.

• At-risk species

  WDFW is responsible for managing endangered, threatened, and otherwise at-risk species in the state.

• Habitat recovery and protection

  The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is hard at work helping protect and conserve fish and wildlife habitats in the state.

• Aquatic invasive species

  If you work or play in Washington’s many waterways, you may be unknowingly spreading invasive species destructive to our state’s environment and economy.

• Wildlife diseases

  From elk hoof disease to white-nose syndrome in bats, WDFW tracks and responds to reports of disease affecting wildlife in our state.

• Amphibians and reptiles of Washington

  Washington is home to a variety of amphibians (salamanders, frogs, and toads) and reptiles (turtles, lizards, and snakes).

• Marine toxic contaminants

  The Toxics Biological Observation System (TBiOS) team monitors and tracks toxic contaminants in Puget Sound and on Washington's Pacific coast.

• Wildlife viewing

  Wildlife can be found anywhere in the state of Washington. From backyard chickadees to the orcas of the Salish Sea, there is a spectacular array of wildlife to witness.