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The GAP Analysis Program
"Keeping Common Species Common"

The goal of the GAP Analysis Program is to keep common species common by identifying those species and plant communities that are not adequately represented in existing conservation lands. Common species are those not currently threatened with extinction. By identifying their habitats, GAP Analysis gives land managers and policy makers the information they need to make better-informed decisions when identifying priority areas for conservation.

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Southeast and Southwest data

Southwest states: AZ, CO, NM, NV, UT

Southeast States: AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA

Northwest data

Northwest states: ID, MT, OR, WA, WY
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State-level projects are based on 1992 NLCD satellite imagery. If a state was part of a regional project, the regional data will be more current.

Keeping Common Species Common

Animal Collage

Click on an image in the collage to view the species' predicted habitat distribution.

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Keeping Common Species Common

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GAP Partners

GAP has collaborated with many other organizations,including other federal government agencies, state and local governments, academic institutions, non-profits, and private businesses. See a complete list of GAP partners.

Keeping Common Species Common