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Natural Heritage Program Data
Data Services

The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program has developed the state’s most comprehensive database of natural resource information by combining on-the-ground surveys with advanced GPS and GIS technology.

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Data Explorer

Interactive access to maps of Natural Heritage resources for North Carolina.
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Species/Community Search

Lists of rare plants and animals, natural communities, and important animal assemblages.
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Download GIS

The NC Natural Heritage Program distributes three shapefiles, updates of which are provided quarterly.

Sharing What We Know

The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program:

    • Answers information requests from business and industry, state and federal agencies, local government, and others.
    • Provides geographic data layers as well as detailed reports.
    • Provides information that is used for conservation planning.
    • Provides information that facilitates ecologically sound development and infrastructure projects, such as pipeline corridors, roads, communication towers, and municipal utility projects.

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