Selected wetlands were monitored in three rapidly urbanizing priority watershed basins. Analysis of species distribution, population trends, and amphibian health was completed. The project also used the biological information for amphibians to assess wetland and watershed condition.
Determine land uses compatible with wetland and amphibian conservation objectives.
Provide data to help develop and implement regulations for the protection of amphibians and their habitats. Identify population distribution status of other county-declining species. Obtain standardized baseline inventory data on the distribution, abundance, and health of amphibians in King County wetlands. Provide information to King County, Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife, Washington State Department of Ecology, and federal resource agencies for developing regional wetland and wildlife management programs. Develop an effective public outreach and education program to train citizens to monitor amphibians and wetland conditions to foster wetland stewardship.