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What are species in greatest conservation need (GCN)?

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What are species in greatest conservation need (GCN)?

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GCN species is a mussel, aquatic snail, fish, crayfish, amphibian, reptile, bird or mammal native to Alabama that are at risk due to a decrease in population numbers and/or loss of suitable habitat. Alabama is home to 303 GCN species and is one of the most diverse states in the Nation. What are some examples of potential LIP projects? -Wetland restoration -Stream restoration -Management of livestock grazing -Restoration of riparian habitat -Protection of bat caves -Cattle fencing and alternative watering sources for livestock -Replanting of native vegetation -Removal of nonnatives -Implementation of prescribed burns -Management / Enhancement / Restoration of longleaf pine habitat LIP Focus Area: Middle Tennessee River Basin Habitat Restoration Initiative, Paint Rock River The Tennessee River Basin is considered the most biologically diverse river basin in North America. The Alabama portion of the basin is home to 163 fish species, 90 freshwater mussels and 66 aquatic snails. The Alabam