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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
Obama administration to broaden sage grouse conservation efforts
Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management to update land-use plans with sage grouse protections Summary: The Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service will update
Historic decision to return genetically pure bison to tribes paves way for conservation
Montana wildlife commission approves transfer of 68 Yellowstone bison to Fort Peck and Fort Belknap Reservations HELENA, Mont. (12/09/2011) - Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks
Washington Wildlife Commission Approves Wolf Recovery Plan
State will manage for long-term, sustainable wolf population OLYMPIA, Wash. (12/05/2011) - The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the state’s final wolf recovery plan
Endangered woodland caribou win critical habitat
USFWS protects more than 375,000 acres in Idaho and Washington for at-risk species PRIEST LAKE, Idaho (11/29/2011) - Endangered woodland caribou will be protected across
Court upholds Endangered Species Act protections for Cook Inlet beluga whales
State of Alaska’s challenge to “endangered” status of whales rejected ANCHORAGE, Alaska (11/21/2011) - A federal judge today rejected the state of Alaska’s 2010 lawsuit
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