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Endangered and Threatened Species: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Posted by the Fish and Wildlife Service on May 20, 2024: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine endangered species status under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act), as amended, for the dunes sagebrush lizard ( Sceloporus arenicolus ), a lizard species found only in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. This rule extends the protections of the Act to this species. Because we have concluded that the designation of critical habitat for the dunes sagebrush lizard is prudent but not determinable at this time, we will consider critical habitat for the species in a separate, future rulemaking. READ MROE HERE👇 https://lnkd.in/e9FrtznU cehmm.org #cehmm #environmentalsolutions #teamcehmm #environmentalservices #candidateconservationagreement #dunessagebrushlizard

Endangered and Threatened Species: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Posted by the Fish and Wildlife Service on May 20, 2024: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine endangered species status under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act), as amended, for the dunes sagebrush lizard ( Sceloporus arenicolus ), a lizard species found only in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. This rule extends the protections of the Act to this species. Because we have concluded that the designation of critical habitat for the dunes sagebrush lizard is prudent but not determinable at this time, we will consider critical habitat for the species in a separate, future rulemaking. READ MROE HERE👇 https://lnkd.in/e9FrtznU cehmm.org #cehmm #environmentalsolutions #teamcehmm #environmentalservices #candidateconservationagreement #dunessagebrushlizard

Endangered and Threatened Species: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Posted by the Fish and Wildlife Service on May 20, 2024: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine endangered species status under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act), as amended, for the dunes sagebrush lizard ( Sceloporus arenicolus ), a lizard species found only in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. This rule extends the protections of the Act to this species. Because we have concluded that the designation of critical habitat for the dunes sagebrush lizard is prudent but not determinable at this time, we will consider critical habitat for the species in a separate, future rulemaking. READ MROE HERE👇 https://lnkd.in/e9FrtznU cehmm.org #cehmm #environmentalsolutions #teamcehmm #environmentalservices #candidateconservationagreement #dunessagebrushlizard

🌍🦁🌿 Join Us on World Wildlife Day! 🌍🦁🌿 Today, on #WorldWildlifeDay, let's unite to protect our planet's #biodiversity . Shocking data reveals that only 4% of mammals remain wild, habitats are disappearing, and endangered species are increasing. These graphs show the urgency of the situation. Wild mammal populations are plummeting, habitats are shrinking, and endangered species are on the rise. It's time for action. In Hungary, despite some progress, wildlife faces threats like bird-poisoning and illegal killings. Outdated fines for wildlife crimes must be updated to deter such actions effectively. Let's advocate for change together. Join our mission to protect wildlife, ensure stronger laws, and invest in conservation efforts. Together, we can make a difference. Join to our campaign! Link in the comments. #Conservation #ProtectWildlife #WorldWildlifeDay #JoinUs #wildlife 📊 Source: Statista

🌐🦅  Wildlife tracking with WADE Tower At WADE Tower, we are proud to provide wildlife conservation efforts with our tower solutions. Our collaboration with the Motus Wildlife Tracking System represents a transformative leap in studying the migratory patterns of the tiniest creatures on our planet. Key Highlights: Automated Radio Telemetry: Our towers support Motus systems, enabling precise tracking of birds, bats, and insects across vast distances. Our Towers: In remote locations, our DMX Towers, Tripods, and Popups are an instrumental piece in providing the data needed to enact effective conservation strategies. Community Impact: By aiding a network of researchers and educators, we're part of an impactful global initiative for ecological understanding and conservation. We invite you to learn more about how our products are helping to map the migratory journeys of countless species, informing conservation efforts, and educating future generations. Together, we can make a lasting impact on wildlife research and conservation! Connect with Anne-Marie Walsh to learn more. #WADETower #MotusTracking #WildlifeConservation #EcologicalResearch #InnovationInConservation #Biodiversity #BirdsCanada #WildlifeTracking #EnviromentalMonitoring #Conservation #SustainableResearchInfrastructure

Week 9 is a celebration 🎉 week as I’ve passed the halfway mark of the 1000 km goal. I am also making good headway on the catchup distances from the early weeks when I didn’t have a good system in place for hitting the goal; 543 km down, 457 km remaining. Sturgeon info this week is from US Fish and Wildlife Service and is on similar species to the Atlantic Sturgeon: The Gulf sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus desotoi) is a sub-species of Atlantic sturgeon that ranges from Lake Pontchartrain in Louisiana to the Suwanee River in Florida. Gulf sturgeon can grow to be 6 to 8 feet in length and exhibit similar life history traits to Atlantic sturgeon. Shortnose sturgeon (Acipenser brevirostrum) are smaller bodied than Atlantic sturgeon and spend more of their lives in freshwater and brackish water, though some populations have been shown to make marine migrations between coastal rivers. Gulf and shortnose sturgeon have also been impacted by dams, habitat degradation, overfishing and other human impacts, which resulted in their listing under the Endangered Species Act. Gulf sturgeon were listed as threatened in 1991 and shortnose sturgeon were listed as endangered in 1967. Here is a link to a video about the work several folks in Virginia were doing on Atlantic Sturgeon a decade ago, but its still great information. Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/eZBZq-nX #HappyFish #WFMD2024 #KathyForWFMD2024

📢 #SAFUpdate: In our nation's forests, there are over 2,208 native wildlife species, encompassing a diverse range of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. It's fascinating to note that each species depends on specific types of forests for their survival. Our latest position statement on "Forests and Wildlife" emphasizes the crucial role of responsible forest management in promoting the creation of healthier and more diversified habitats for these wildlife species. Read our complete statement here: https://lnkd.in/dYiArXan #SAFUpdates #ForestManagement #Wildlife #Ecosystem

Spring is here and so is the sensitive timing periods for a variety of wildlife. In BC, most native birds and their nests are protected under the provincial Wildlife Act and federal Migratory Birds Convention Act – some all year round, and most only when active and occupied by a bird or its egg. In the Lower Mainland, the nesting period is generally between March 1 and August 31; however, for some birds, such as the Bald Eagle, Osprey, Great Blue Heron, and Pileated Woodpecker nests are protected year-round. Bird nest surveys can be an effective tool to reduce the risk of harming actively nesting birds if vegetation clearing for your project is required during the bird nesting window. Our professional biologists and Qualified Environmental Professionals (QEPs) can help identify active nests before vegetation is cleared. Read more about Bird Nesting Season on our website and to connect with one of our biologists. https://lnkd.in/gB88uhNA #EnvironmentalConsulting #BirdNestingSeason #BiologicalServices #TechnicalExperts

Hello LinkedIn friends, family, and acquaintances, today is NATIONAL ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY - Third Friday in May! Each May as the third Friday comes along we celebrate National Endangered Species Day. An opportunity to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species. An endangered species is an animal or plant at serious risk of extinction. There are many reasons why that contribute to extinction: ·      Natural disasters; ·      Pollution; ·      Human encroachment; ·      Genetics; ·      Poor reproduction; and ·      Population decline resulting from an increase in natural predators. The Endangered Species Act guides how to conserve and protect threatened species and their habitats domestically and abroad. The Act is administered by two federal agencies, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The FWS maintains a list of all the endangered species, which includes birds, insects, fish, reptiles, mammals, crustaceans, flowers, grasses, and trees. In late 2019, President Trump announced a major overhaul to the law that would reduce regulations. Because of this, it’s more important than ever to support the ESA. National Endangered Species Day encourages learning about wildlife habitats and the actions necessary to protect them. Protecting critically imperiled species from extinction is important to our ecosystems. #EndangeredSpeciesDay #DallasHarrisTips

You've probably heard that #SCOTUS did away with "Chevron deference" last week. We cover that for you today on WorkersCompensation.com. In a nutshell, the Court's majority, in an opinion written by Chief Justice Roberts, said: 👨⚖️ The Aministrative Procedure Act requires courts to exercise their independent judgment in deciding whether an agency has acted within its statutory authority, and courts may not defer to an agency interpretation of the law simply because a statute is ambiguous. 👨⚖️ The Chevron doctrine was "nothing more than a distraction from the question that matters: Does the statute authorize the challenged agency action?" The dissenters in the case, led by Justice Kagan, had concerns that courts won't have the knowledge that agencies have to make decisions. For example: 👩⚖️ Under the Endangered Species Act, the Fish and Wildlife Service must designate endangered “vertebrate fish or wildlife” species, including “distinct population segment[s]” of those species. 16 U.S.C. § 1532(16); see § 1533. What makes one population segment “distinct” from another? Must the Service treat the Washington State population of western gray squirrels as “distinct” because it is geographically separated from other western gray squirrels? Or can the Service take into account that the genetic makeup of the Washington population does not differ markedly from the rest? See Northwest Ecosystem Alliance v. United States Fish and Wildlife Serv., 475 F.3d 1136, 1140–1145, 1149 (9th Cir. 2007).