Endangered Species Act Rules Prioritize Science in Conserving Vulnerable Species
Newly-announced changes restore protections that were stripped away during the Trump Administration.
WASHINGTON (March 28, 2024) 鈥 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced governing the implementation of the Endangered Species Act, restoring some protections that were removed under the previous administration and strengthening conservation for threatened species.听
鈥淲hen it comes to conservation of birds and other wildlife, we support leading with science,鈥 said Jon Hayes, vice-president at the 探花精选 and executive director of 探花精选 New Mexico. 鈥淲e appreciate the good work of the Fish and Wildlife Service to use the best science available to make these changes.听 In the face of threats like climate change and habitat loss, it is critical that we act to ensure the survival of species in decline for decades to come.鈥澨
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