SC Rare, Threatened & Endangered Species Inventory
US Endangered Species Act Designation
| Rank |
Meaning |
| LE: Endangered |
A species "in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range."
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| LT: Threatened |
A species "likely to become endangered within the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range." |
| C: Candidate |
A species under consideration for official listing for which there is sufficient information to support listing. |
| SC: Species of Concern |
Species that have not been petitioned or been given E, T, or C status but have been identified as important to monitor. |
State Protection Definitions
| Rank |
Meaning |
| SE: Endangered |
Any species or subspecies of wildlife whose prospects of survival or recruitment within the State are in jeopardy or are likely within the foreseeable future to become so.
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| ST: Threatened |
A species that is likely to become endangered and in need of management. |
For additional information about rare and endangered species or questions about these lists, please contact Julie Holling.
