Wildlife and Biodiversity In Tennessee
TWRA and the Partners For Pollinators Working Group
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Partners For Pollinators Working Group is a multi-agency collaboration between four State of Tennessee agencies (Tennessee Department of Transportation, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency), non-profit partners, and consultants such as landscape architects and ecologists.
POLLINATORS are a diverse group of species that includes birds, bees, butterflies, bats, and beetles. They are critically important to life and their numbers are in steady decline as a result of habitat loss, pests, pathogens, pesticides, and other stressors. TDOT invites you to use this free, in-depth database of native Tennessee Pollinator flora and fauna for your projects. Perfect for use by designers, educators, students, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, beekeepers, gardeners and anyone interested in pollinators. The database and map also provides information on habitat plantings and protection surveys across the state.
TDOT was recognized, alongside the Partners for Pollinators Working Group, for its continuing improvement of Tennessee’s roadside maintenance practices. Additionally, TDOT and the Working Group were lauded for their public education efforts and pursuit of partnerships to make an ecological impact. Learn more about the program on TDOT's Pollinator webpage.
Pursuant to the authority granted by Tennessee Code Annotated, Sections 70-8-105 and 70-8-107, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Commission does hereby declare the following species to be endangered or threatened subject to the regulations as herein provided.
- Secretary of State - Index Rules of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
- 1660-01-32 Rules and Regulations for In Need of Management, Threatened, and Endangered Species
Ethics in Wildlife Watching
Everyone who enjoys wildlife watching and photography must always respect wildlife, its environment, and the rights of others. In any conflict of interest between watching or photographing any animal, the animal and its environment come first.
Remember, some of these areas are used for agriculture, hunting, and fishing. Please check the individual area for rules and regulations and respect the rights of others in the area as well. Hours and times of availability for use may vary.
Generally, an act of disorderly, obnoxious, or boisterous conduct, including acts that interfere with the orderly process of others, is prohibited in public areas. Violators could be removed from the area and/or prosecuted. The possession of any alcoholic beverage, narcotic drug, barbiturate, or marijuana while visiting the areas is generally prohibited.
To keep the environment in pristine condition, please carry out what you carry in or use any available trash or recycling bins.
