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🌼 **Day 5 of Pollinator Week!** 🌼 As we highlight the critical mission to save Pollinators, we’re also bringing urgent attention to the Monarch Butterfly. In less than six months, the Monarch could be listed as an Endangered Species in the United States. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has updated their timeline, with a decision expected by December 4, 2024. “The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is now planning to submit to the Federal Register for publication either a warranted or not warranted finding for the monarch butterfly by no later than December 4, 2024. This extension will give our agency sufficient time to consider all the best available scientific and commercial data pertaining to the species and to go through any necessary levels of internal review.” Previously, the decision was expected in September 2024. The monarch is being re-evaluated after a 2020 decision found it warranted for listing. @nativemonarchs #savethemonarchs #savethepollinators #savethebees #savetheplanet

Endangered and Threatened Species: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Posted by the Fish and Wildlife Service on May 20, 2024: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine endangered species status under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act), as amended, for the dunes sagebrush lizard ( Sceloporus arenicolus ), a lizard species found only in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. This rule extends the protections of the Act to this species. Because we have concluded that the designation of critical habitat for the dunes sagebrush lizard is prudent but not determinable at this time, we will consider critical habitat for the species in a separate, future rulemaking. READ MROE HERE👇 https://lnkd.in/e9FrtznU cehmm.org #cehmm #environmentalsolutions #teamcehmm #environmentalservices #candidateconservationagreement #dunessagebrushlizard

Endangered and Threatened Species: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Posted by the Fish and Wildlife Service on May 20, 2024: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine endangered species status under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act), as amended, for the dunes sagebrush lizard ( Sceloporus arenicolus ), a lizard species found only in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. This rule extends the protections of the Act to this species. Because we have concluded that the designation of critical habitat for the dunes sagebrush lizard is prudent but not determinable at this time, we will consider critical habitat for the species in a separate, future rulemaking. READ MROE HERE👇 https://lnkd.in/e9FrtznU cehmm.org #cehmm #environmentalsolutions #teamcehmm #environmentalservices #candidateconservationagreement #dunessagebrushlizard

Endangered and Threatened Species: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Posted by the Fish and Wildlife Service on May 20, 2024: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine endangered species status under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act), as amended, for the dunes sagebrush lizard ( Sceloporus arenicolus ), a lizard species found only in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas. This rule extends the protections of the Act to this species. Because we have concluded that the designation of critical habitat for the dunes sagebrush lizard is prudent but not determinable at this time, we will consider critical habitat for the species in a separate, future rulemaking. READ MROE HERE👇 https://lnkd.in/e9FrtznU cehmm.org #cehmm #environmentalsolutions #teamcehmm #environmentalservices #candidateconservationagreement #dunessagebrushlizard

📊🦁🌿Learn about the essential data collection methods for wildlife monitoring that our Applications Specialists have provided for zoos, shelters, universities, and other organizations. Wildlife conservation and research rely on these methods for success. Discover how we help our customers contribute to the vital work of protecting and studying wildlife. https://lnkd.in/e29kQH3B #DataLogger #WildlifeMonitoring #TemperatureMonitoring #Thermistors #WildlifeConservationResearch #GrantSQ16 #TAndDRTR503B #BatMigration #Zoos #AnimalShelters #AnimalHusbandry #CASDataLoggers

Natural England are currently consulting on their wildlife charges with a view to introduce changes in October 2024. Here are some examples of the proposed changes which will affect many of our clients:   💸 The hourly rate for Natural England to deal with wildlife licences needs to rise 20% from £101 to £121 p/hr 🦇 A13 bat mitigation licence fixed price (medium impact) remaining at £500 🦇 CL21 bat mitigation low impact class licence (BMCL) site registration (low impact) increasing from £130 to £136 🐭 A35 Hazel dormouse mitigation licence fixed price increasing from £690 to £780 🦡 A24 Interfere with a badger sett for development increase in variable price   Find out more and have your say on wildlife charge updates here: https://lnkd.in/dT2yF_SY #naturalengland #wildlife #licences #ecology

Wildlife populations fell by an average of 73% in the past half-century. Experts largely blame habitat loss, which is driven by human food production. Rebecca Shaw, WWF’s chief scientist, on the implications of the report by World Wildlife Fund and Zoological Society of London (ZSL) : "If you have that kind of decline in vertebrate populations around the globe, you’re going to have troubles supporting and sustaining human health and well-being over time #biodiversity #wildlife #agriculture #speciesdecline #overpopulation #landscapechange WaPO

Bald eagles, ospreys and peregrine falcons (shown here)—these once-endangered birds are repopulating Pennsylvania’s skies, thanks to protection under the federal Endangered Species Act, enacted 50 years ago. But dozens more species in our state still face dire threats from invasive species, habitat loss, climate change and more. Our Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program staff provides data and expertise on 664 at-risk birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, fish and invertebrates to inform PA State Wildlife Action Plans. We’re currently working on the upcoming plan. Through the state action plans, we partner with other organizations to bring awareness to at-risk species. Read the current PA State Wildlife Action Plan, where you can find lists of endangered species and more: https://bit.ly/4860Oue. Pennsylvania Game Commission #EndangeredSpecies #EndangeredSpeciesAct #WildlifeActionPlan #ESA50

🌍🦁🌿 Join Us on World Wildlife Day! 🌍🦁🌿 Today, on #WorldWildlifeDay, let's unite to protect our planet's #biodiversity . Shocking data reveals that only 4% of mammals remain wild, habitats are disappearing, and endangered species are increasing. These graphs show the urgency of the situation. Wild mammal populations are plummeting, habitats are shrinking, and endangered species are on the rise. It's time for action. In Hungary, despite some progress, wildlife faces threats like bird-poisoning and illegal killings. Outdated fines for wildlife crimes must be updated to deter such actions effectively. Let's advocate for change together. Join our mission to protect wildlife, ensure stronger laws, and invest in conservation efforts. Together, we can make a difference. Join to our campaign! Link in the comments. #Conservation #ProtectWildlife #WorldWildlifeDay #JoinUs #wildlife 📊 Source: Statista

Happy World Wildlife Day! Today’s theme is digital innovation within wildlife conservation. Just like our fingerprints, every whale shark has unique individual markings. By taking photos of each whale shark’s unique spot pattern, scientists can distinguish individuals and track their movements, overall health, and distribution. 🦈 You can help crucial research by submitting your photos to the St Helena National Trust Remember, if you are joining this important research, make sure you are following the #BeGentletoGiants Code of Conduct. We can #BeGentletoGiants wherever we encounter them, especially knowing every individual is unique. #WorldWildlifeDay #Innovation #whaleshark #digitalinnovation #wildlife #elasmobranchs