The endangered species found in the Basin and Range Province is Desert tortoise.

The desert tortoise is a species native to the Mojave and Sonoran deserts, which are part of the Basin and Range Province. This reptile is considered threatened and is protected under the Endangered Species Act. The desert tortoise's habitat includes arid and semiarid environments where it relies on burrows to escape the extreme heat of the desert. Factors contributing to its decline include habitat loss due to urban development, offroad vehicle activity, and climate change. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect the desert tortoise and its habitat, highlighting its importance within the unique ecosystem of the Basin and Range Province.