Animals
Wildlife in the Intermountain Region
The National Forest Management Act requires land management plans "provide for diversity of plant and animal communities based on the suitability and capability of the specific land area in order to meet overall multiple-use objectives."
Bighorn sheep often receive additional attention because they are a valued game species.
Intermountain Region Wildlife Policy, MOUs, and Information
APHIS/Wildlife Services MOU (expires 2028)
Bat Conservation International Cost Share Agreement (expires 2026)
FWS Migratory Birds MOU Extension
Idaho Sage-grouse mitigation MOU (expires 2025)
Idaho-USFS Cooperation MOU (expires 2029)
Partners in Amphibian and Reptiles Conservation MOU
Wyoming Game and Fish Cooperation MOU
Wyoming NEPA Cooperative Agency MOU (expires 2026)
R4 Piscicide Guidance (took efffect 2010)