Focal Species Criteria and the Rating Form We will review the following and feel free to ask questions as we progress: Definitions Focal Species Rating Criteria Knowledge & Experience Rating Scale Rating Form Tips

SGCN Definitions Declining (D): Species that exhibits significant long-term declines in habitat and/or numbers, and are subject to a high degree of threat, or may have unique habitat or behavioral requirements that expose them to great risk (NMDGF, 2006). Vulnerable (V): Usually abundant, may or may not be declining, but some aspect of their life history makes them especially vulnerable (e.g. migratory concentrations, or rare/endemic habitat) (NMDGF, 2006).

SGCN Definitions Endemic, Disjunctive, or Keystone (E): Populations that are restricted to an ecoregion, or small geographic area within an ecoregion, or depend entirely on a single area for survival. This category includes populations that are geographically isolated from other populations and species that contribute to ecosystem function in a unique and significant manner through their activities (NMDGF, 2006). Wide-Ranging (W): Species that depend on vast areas, such as wolves, grizzly bears, pike minnow, and migratory mammals, birds, bats, and insects (NMDGF, 2006). Recreational, Economic, or Charismatic (R): Species with recreational (hunted or fished), economic, or charismatic appeal (NMDGF, 2006).

Focal Species Criteria and Examples Vulnerability - May or may not be declining, but some aspect of their behavior or their habitat makes them vulnerable or not secure in Santa Fe County and may require management action (NMDGF, 2006).

Focal Species Criteria and Examples Ecological Significance - Species that play an important role in the Santa Fe County ecosystem or are wide-ranging and connect Santa Fe County wildlife habitats to other ecosystems.

Focal Species Criteria and Examples Cultural and Economic Importance – Importance to local community cultural and economic values. This may include Flagship Species that are charismatic or famous and can attract funding which will help other species at the same time (Eycott et al., 2007).

Knowledge & Experience Rating Scale

Rating Form

Rating Form

TIPS Please keep the following in mind: You are helping SF County select Focal Species even if you only have a little knowledge of just a few species The County wants your opinions based on your Knowledge & Experience Take your time and complete the entire form here during the workshop filling in each box Please hand in your form before leaving. A BIG THANKS TO ALL THAT COMPLETE THE FORM