The Guam HCP is intended to provide a streamlined approach for requesting and receiving endangered species permits for the effects of development and conservation projects on covered species. Covered species may include ESA-listed animal and plant species or species likely to become ESA-listed animal and plant species in the future. The Guam HCP includes 14 proposed covered species, including 7 plants, 1 butterfly, 3 reptiles, 2 snails, and 1 mammal.