CHAPTER IV: WILDLIFE HABITATS FOR MISSISSIPPI’S SGCN,
THREATS AND CONSERVATION ACTIONS^236Seiurus motacilla Louisiana Waterthrush 3
Protonotaria citrea Prothonotary Warbler 3
Piranga olivacea Scarlet Tanager 3
Hylocichla mustelina Wood Thrush 3
Helmitheros vermivorus Worm-Eating Warbler 3
Dendroica discolor Prairie Warbler 3
Egretta thula Snowy Egret 3
Egretta tricolor Tricolored Heron 3
Vermivora bachmanii Bachman's Warbler 4
Reptiles Masticophis flagellum Eastern Coachwhip 3
THREATS TO BARRIER ISLAND UPLAND COMMUNITIES
Invasive Species high
Recreation Activities low
Altered Fire Regime low
PRIORITY CONSERVATION ACTIONS
A Plan and conduct additional research (i.e. habitat needs, status surveys, breeding status, disease,
etc.) on SGCN.
A Encourage and improve management of habitat by controlled burning at necessary frequencies
and seasons.
A Discourage/limit human access in highly critical areas and special habitats, when possible.
A Develop/implement/continue recovery plans for individual SGCN.
A Encourage restoration and improved management of altered/degraded habitat when possible.
A Encourage retention, preservation, and conservation of remaining natural habitat through
purchase, easements or MOAs.
A Control exotic and invasive species (plant and animal).
A Provide public education about conservation of SGCN and/or their habitats.
A Discourage incompatible recreational uses.
A Control/exclude predators of selected SGCN and discourage intentional or unintentional
supplemental feeding of predators.
A Encourage appreciation of SGCN and their habitats by providing public access and compatible
recreational activities.
A Encourage proper disposal and cleanup of waste and litter.