Habitats we restore and conserve
Healthy habitats are necessary for fish and wildlife populations to thrive. Nearly 90 percent of land in Tennessee is privately owned, meaning it’s up to private landowners to help maintain healthy populations of native plants and wildlife. Tennessee Wildlife Federation partners with private landowners and public agencies to do just that, restore and conserve critical habitats throughout Tennessee.
Our work
500K
planted.
500
of grasslands restored or conserved.
7
of streams and rivers restored to their natural flow.
1,000
of wetlands restored or conserved.
Habitats we restore
Forests
More than 50 percent of Tennessee’s landscape is forested, with millions of acres of that being privately owned. Forests face constant threats from disease and insect outbreaks to invasive species, wildfire, and more—but scientifically-based forest management can help mitigate these risks and keep our forests thriving.
Grasslands
Grasslands once covered millions of acres in Tennessee. Thriving and properly managed native grassland habitats are key to sustaining many species of wildlife. In fact, the species diversity within grasslands is typically greater than that of forestlands.
Streams & Rivers
Fresh water is one of our state’s greatest natural resources. Tennessee contains more than 60,000 miles of streams and rivers which provide habitat for fish and wildlife and fresh water for public consumption and numerous recreation opportunities.
Wetlands
Wetland ecosystems provide critical habitat for fish and wildlife. They also provide important benefits such as clean water and flood control. Approximately 60 percent of Tennessee’s wetlands have been destroyed due to agriculture, development and misplaced flood control policies.
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Whether you’re working with a lush green lawn or an urban lot, your habitat will support Tennessee’s diverse wildlife—from the microscopic to the eye-catching.
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More Habitat Restoration
Reviving Tennessee: West Fork Drakes Creek
In Sumner County, a collaborative restoration project has transformed 50 acres of less productive farmland into a healthy, functioning stream and wetland ecosystem which includes 4,400 feet of stream in the West Fork Drakes Creek watershed.
Types of Forests in Tennessee
More than 50% of the Tennessee landscape is forested—but not all forests are the same. Keep reading to learn about some common (and uncommon) forest types and where you can find them in Tennessee.
How Your Donation Improves Conservation
When you donate to Tennessee Wildlife Federation, you become a catalyst for change through our programs that focus on the perpetual improvement of conservation, wildlife habitat, recreation, and more all across our beautiful state.