What We Do

The Mississippi Field Office works to conserve threatened, endangered, and at-risk species and the habitats that support them across the state. We conduct species assessments, support recovery efforts, provide technical assistance, and partner with others to conserve and restore habitats in Mississippi's forests, rivers, streams, wetlands, coastal areas, and working lands.

Our biologists provide expertise on fish, wildlife, plants, freshwater mussels, and other natural resources, helping partners understand and address conservation challenges. We work closely with federal and state agencies, Tribes, private landowners, industry, universities, and conservation organizations to develop practical, science-based solutions that benefit both wildlife and people.

We also help partners identify opportunities to avoid, minimize, and offset impacts to natural resources while meeting project goals. Through early coordination, habitat restoration, conservation planning, field surveys, and collaborative initiatives, we support projects that contribute to healthy ecosystems, resilient communities, and the long-term stewardship of Mississippi's natural heritage.

Our Mission

The Mississippi Field Office works proactively with other Service programs and external partners to conserve and enhance trust species and their habitats. We strive to be dedicated and professional, promoting scientific excellence and a strategic approach to address landscape scale conservation, not only in Mississippi but throughout the Southeast.