Posts Tagged ‘endangered species’
The Remarkable Recovery of the Virgin River Chub
Desert Denizen Beautiful and elusive, the Virgin River Chub is the top native predator in the Virgin River. It is a fast, streamlined fish with a sloped forehead, humped back, and thin, rounded tail. Chub can grow to a length of 18 inches and live more than 10 years in the wild. Collaborative Conservation Unfortunately,…
Read MoreThe Endangered Species Act: Celebrating 50 Years of Success in Wildlife Conservation
[Originally posted by the U.S. Department of the Interior] This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), providing the opportunity to reflect on the progress made and the work ahead for protecting our nation’s endangered species and their habitats. The Act has saved hundreds of species from extinction and continues to…
Read MoreEndangered Species Mitigation Fund allocates $4.4 million to fund 42 wildlife conservation projects in 2023
[Originally posted by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources] SALT LAKE CITY — A total of $4.4 million was allocated to dozens of wildlife-related projects at the recent annual Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Endangered Species Mitigation Fund meeting on May 3. The Endangered Species Mitigation Fund was created in 1997 to direct funds toward…
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