Species Declared Extinct, Removed from ESA Protection

The recent announcement (ref) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, declaring the extinction of 21 species previously listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle for biodiversity conservation.

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This action, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the ESA, brings both a somber reflection on losses and a renewed urgency for environmental action.

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Mammals

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Birds

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Fish

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Mussels

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