Animals big and small move throughout Washington in pursuit of food and other resources, to migrate between seasonal habitats or find mates, and in response to environmental changes. As the human presence on the landscape grows, the habitats connecting these animals becomes increasingly fragmented.
Habitat connectivity is about ensuring animals can move across the landscape within their natural habitats, helping not only the many species that call Washington home, but also aiding other natural processes such as nutrient cycling and seed dispersal. Sustaining wildlife habitat connectivity, while at the same time meeting the needs of people and communities, is an increasingly difficult challenge amid Washington's continued growth.