Species distribution modeling is one of many tools available to assist managers in understanding the potential distribution of rare and endemic species when regulating and prioritizing different land-use scenarios. Developing a predictive model of the distribution of a particular species can involve several different techniques, and be reported under a variety of names. In this study we used an iterative modeling approach to investigate the potential...

Located in San Miguel County, the Big Gypsum Valley and Dry Creek Basin Action Areas include high quality occurrences of Gypsum Valley cat's-eye (Cryptantha gypsophila). Several other significant elements of biodiversity add conservation value to this area including the Gunnison Sage Grouse, Sage Sparrow, White-tailed Prairie dog, Little penstemon, Nealley's dropseed and a unique community of globally and state-rare lichens.

The Strategy represents a collective vision for plant conservation in Colorado, emphasizing a proactive approach to ensure the long-term stewardship and viability of Colorado's rarest plants. Colorado's rare plants are an important and irreplaceable part of the state and nation's natural heritage. The majority of the state's 155 imperiled species are plants.--P. iv.

This document identifies conservation strategies for the North Park phacelia, based on an assessment of the plants' viability and threats by participants of a June 2008 workshop.

This document identifies conservation strategies for Penland penstemon and Kremmling milkvetch, based on an assessment of the plants' viability and threats by participants of a June 2008 workshop.

This document identifies conservation strategies for Pagosa skyrocket, based on an assessment of the plants' viability and threats by participants of a June 2008 workshop.

This document identifies conservation strategies for Dudley Bluffs bladderpod and Piceance twinpod, based on an assessment of the plants' viability and threats by participants of a June 2008 workshop.