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Habitat is a place where species get what they need to survive: food,
water, cover, and a place to raise young. By protecting native habitat,
Carlsbad is able to protect a large number of native plants and
animals, many of which are sensitive. Sensitive species are
considered vulnerable or declining. Without protection, sensitive
species could become extinct over time. Sensitive species that are
"covered" by the HMP are considered by wildlife agencies to be
adequately protected by the preserve system design in Carlsbad. Click
on the links below to learn about the native habitats and sensitive
species that occur in Carlsbad. |
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Sensitive SpeciesA total of fifty one sensitive plant and animal species have been recorded from or have the potential to occur in Carlsbad. Twenty four of these are covered by the HMP, which means that they are considered by the wildlife agencies to be adequately protected within the Carlsbad preserve system. An additional nineteen species could be considered for coverage if the additional funding becomes available for management within the City, or if other Cities in North County have similar habitat management plans approved. Other sensitive plants and animals that may occur in Carlsbad include species that have been listed by state or federal agencies as Threatened or Endangered, which means that they are protected by state and/or federal environmental laws, and species that are considered to be narrow endemics, which are native species that have a highly restricted distribution, soil affinity, and/or habitat. |
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