As the state’s human population continues to grow, more fish and wildlife species have been put at risk by loss and fragmentation of critical habitat, disturbance and introduction of non-native species. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife oversees the listing and recovery of those species in danger of being lost in the state.
A printable PDF version of the list (PDF) is also available.
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| Species | Category | State status | Federal ESA status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) | Butterflies and moths | Candidate | Candidate |