Posted by: Sandy Steinman | November 12, 2025

What is an Unbrella Species

From Defenders of Wildlife

Can one species protect a whole ecosystem? In a way, yes!
Some species, like the northern spotted owl, are known as “umbrella” species ☂️ meaning the habitat that supports them also supports hundreds of other plants and animals. When we look after these owls and other umbrella species, we look after whole ecosystems!

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