OVERVIEW The Montana Natural Heritage Program, a program of the Montana State Library's Natural Resource Information System operated by the University of Montana (www.mtnhp.org), collects and disseminates reliable, objective information and expertise to support stewardship of our native species and habitats, emphasizing those of conservation concern. Our staff scientists and data managers work in Montana and adjacent states to assist our state and federal partners in managing public lands. We are a part of the NatureServe network, a network of over 80 similar programs in states, provinces and nations throughout the Western Hemisphere, bringing decision makers “big picture” information on the status of species and habitats (www.natureserve.org). In 2020, we will again partner