The Heritage database contains more than 1,300 records of federally endangered and federally threatened species; more than 18,000 records of state-listed species, and more than 1,400 records of high-quality natural communities. It also has records for more than 800 significant natural areas in the state.
INHDC is continuously updating and adding new information to our database, increasing the value of our product for decision makers and scientists.
Uses of Heritage Data
INHDC prepares more than 2,000 responses annually for Heritage data information including:
- State land protection and conservation activities
- DNR early coordination
- Corps of Engineer Public Notices
- Public Lake and Floodway Permits
- Coal Mining Permits
- USFS National Forest, NPS Lakeshore, and USFWS Wildlife Refuge management planning
- Information requests from private consultants and individuals for development planning and research
- IDEM Section 401 Water Quality Certification Permitting
Request Data
INHDC maintains the most comprehensive and up-to-date information about federal and state-endangered, threatened, and rare species, high-quality natural communities, and significant natural areas in Indiana.
Requests for this information must be submitted electronically through our portal. A fee will be assessed based on the time needed to complete the request. This charge is $42 per one-half hour, one half-hour minimum. Most requests take one-half hour or less to complete. An invoice for the amount due will be included with the completed request response. This fee is waived for non-profit organizations, other governmental agencies, and educational research projects.
Please allow two weeks for return of the requested information.
For questions or support please contact Taylor Davis Astle.
