Common Threats Lexicon and Metrics for Cross-Boundary Conservation

Learn about Utah Division of Wildlife Resources' innovative Common Threats Lexicon framework in this 57-minute webinar that demonstrates how standardized language can improve conservation efforts across organizational and geographic boundaries. Explore how this scalable system, developed to identify threats and data gaps affecting diverse habitats and species, has become essential to Utah's Wildlife Action Plan implementation. Discover practical applications through a case study of Colorado River fish conservation, where the lexicon has enabled better coordination between partners and more effective pooling of resources. Through presentations by Jimi Gragg and Daniel Eddington, examine the framework's components including threat levels assessment, impact analysis, and integration with watershed restoration initiatives. Gain insights into how this systematic approach facilitates multi-agency collaboration, enhances communication, and supports strategic funding allocation for both game and non-game species management.