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Denver, CO

Colorado Senator Attempts to Block Wolf Reintroduction in Special Session

Colorado State Senator Dylan Roberts introduced legislation today in an attempt to halt the state’s historic gray wolf reintroduction program, which has already seen remarkable
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Miles Ritter
Salem, OR

Oregon Approves Conservation Plans for Orcas

The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission voted today to approve three Endangered Species Management Plans for Southern Resident Orcas, completing the listing process initiated by
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Red Wolf pups cuddle together in a den
Raleigh, N.C.

New Red Wolf Pups Spark Celebration

The Red Wolf Recovery Program in North Carolina has confirmed the birth of four wild litters of Red Wolf pups on the Albemarle Peninsula, home

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New wildlife refuge established in Florida

Summary: Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar today announced the creation of the Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge and Conservation Area in an effort to preserve

Defenders of Wildlife mourns tragic loss of friend and colleague David Gaillard

Carnivore conservation expert killed in avalanche outside Yellowstone BOZEMAN, Mont. (January 3, 2012) - Defenders of Wildlife mourns the passing of David Gaillard. Dave was

California Dreaming: Lone wolf entering California marks historic conservation success

WASHINGTON (12/30/2011) - A lone dispersing wolf from Oregon, known as OR7, has crossed the border into northern California. The following is a statement from
Washington, DC

Great Lakes wolves successfully recovered under Endangered Species Act

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today that it will be removing federal protections for gray wolves in the western Great Lakes, including parts

AZ solar power project shows how to build 'Smart from the Start'

Defenders of Wildlife praises first large-scale solar project approved for public lands in Arizona Summary: The Interior Department approved the first large-scale solar power plant
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