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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
Congress calls for more science before Arctic Ocean drilling
38 members write to Sec. Salazar on Shell’s pending request to drill in Beaufort Sea WASHINGTON (12/21/2010) - Thirty-four members of the U.S. House of
Feds release draft plan to guide solar energy on public lands across the West
Draft impact study signals shift in solar energy planning strategy WASHINGTON (12/16/2010) - The Interior Department released an environmental study today that is viewed by
Endangered Species Act protections “warranted” for wolverines
Threats found to be of “high magnitude” yet species still awaits ESA listing Bozeman, MT (12/13/2010) - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service determined today
New report details plight of polar bears
Defenders of Wildlife recommends extraordinary measures for protecting bears and communities ANCHORAGE, Alaska (12/09/2010) - Banking polar bear DNA, supplemental feedings and bear-resistant food storage
Obama administration moves to restore protection of American coasts from dangers of offshore drilling
Drilling ban should be extended to include Arctic waters Summary: Obama administration officials announced this afternoon that they will not allow offshore oil drilling in
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