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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
Homeland Security Spending Bill Funds Border Wall Construction, Species Destruction
WASHINGTON (July 12, 2017) – The House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee is set to approve $1.6 billion for the expansion of the U.S.-Mexico border wall
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House Subcommittee Launches Attack on America's Wolves
Today the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies released a funding bill which includes a rider that blocks funding for Endangered Species Act protections for all gray wolves in the lower 48 states.
Defenders' View: National Monuments Vital to Wildlife Conservation
WASHINGTON (July 10, 2017) – Defenders of Wildlife today submitted detailed comments on 23 national monuments being reviewed for potential rescission or downsizing by Secretary
New confirmed wolf pack in California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 6, 2017) – Late yesterday the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) confirmed a new wolf pack in California, the Lassen
Injunction Provides Hope for Next Generation of Dinosaur-like Pallid Sturgeon
GREAT FALLS, Mont. (July 5, 2017) – A Montana federal district court judge today granted a temporary injunction halting construction of a concrete dam and
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