Endangered Species & Wildlife
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Taking stock of Montana's outlook on conservation progress
With the Montana Legislature scheduled to gavel in next week, conservation leaders are looking ahead at ways to protect the state's public lands…
Rare Florida bat’s survival hinges on urban conservation efforts
Beneath the glow of Miami's streetlights and the towering skyline, a rare species of bat clings to survival. The Florida bonneted bat, one of the …
Bald eagle becomes national bird as ID population increases
Idahoans are celebrating the official designation of the bald eagle as America's national bird after helping in its recovery. Once close to …
Wyoming gets mixed scores on 2024 conservation report card
A new scorecard from the Center for Western Priorities points to Wyoming's success as a western state balancing conservation goals and economic growth…
Conservation groups celebrate Endangered Species Act anniversary
Conservationists in New York and nationwide will celebrate the 51st anniversary of the Endangered Species Act on Saturday. Since its passage in 1973…
Bald eagle gets official nod as Maine population soars
Mainers are celebrating the official designation of the bald eagle as America's national bird after helping in its recovery. Once close to …
Bald eagle officially becomes national bird, a conservation success
The United States has a national mammal, tree and flower but the status of America's most treasured bird was not always so clear officially or …
Reports show ME clean energy projects can include wildlife protections
Wildlife advocates say it's possible to transition to renewable energy while protecting vital habitats and species. As Maine builds out its …
Report: NV emerges as conservation leader among Western states
Nevada scored high for its well-funded conservation programs and for the state's commitment to public land protections. A new report by The Center …
TN bird enthusiasts embark on annual count of feathered friends
Bird lovers across Tennessee are enthusiastic participants in the nation's longest-running community science project. The Audubon Society's 125th …
Colorado’s new tool for preserving aquifers for farming
By Jennifer Oldham for Civil Eats.Broadcast version by Eric Galatas for Colorado News Connection reporting for the Solutions Journalism Network-Public…
Report: Utah lags on conservation policy
Among Western states, Utah could be doing more to support conservation policy, according to a new report by the Center for Western Priorities…