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Defenders of Wildlife Unveils Seven-Story Message in Washington, D.C. Ahead of America 250
For nearly 80 years, Defenders of Wildlife has worked to protect and restore America’s wildlife at risk of extinction, advancing a vision of a future in which wildlife thrives, sustained by broad public support and a resilient network of healthy lands and waters.
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Mexican Gray Wolf Program Cuts Worsen as Arizona Puts Up New Barriers
The Arizona legislature yesterday passed a bill that would cut all resources to and end the transportation of Mexican gray wolf puppies into the state
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Defenders of Wildlife Welcomes Regan Smyth as Vice President of the Center for Conservation Innovation
Defenders of Wildlife is pleased to announce Regan Smyth as its new Vice President and Director of the Center for Conservation Innovation. Regan brings more than two decades of experience advancing conservation through the integration of science, technology and partnerships.
Press Releases
House and Senate unite under legislation to protect America’s wild and pristine roadless forests
WASHINGTON (11/17/2011) - On the heels of a landmark Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholding the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, a broad group
New legislation prepares Americans for extreme weather and changing climate
SAFE Act protects communities, wildlife and natural resources from uncertain future Summary: Across the country, the impacts of climate change are taking a toll on
Obama administration protects Atlantic from harms of drilling, leaves Arctic vulnerable to devastating oil spill
WASHINGTON (11/08/2011) - The Obama administration today announced its Proposed Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Leasing Program for 2012-2017. The following is a
Groups file lawsuit to prevent illegal deaths of endangered whales
Fishing gear continues to be major killer of whales in North Atlantic BOSTON (10/31/2011) - Conservation and animal protection groups filed a lawsuit today asking
New Study Confirms Economic Bonus from Outdoor Recreation, Wildlife and Wilderness Conservation
WASHINGTON (10/31/2011) - A new study released today confirmed that outdoor recreation activities and the conservation of our natural resources provide a tremendous economic boost
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