Unprecedented Conservation Partnership Keeps Bi-State Sage Grouse Off Endangered Species List
On the California-Nevada state line, a geographically distinct population of sage grouse once faced a precarious future. Today, that’s changed. The decision by the USFWS that the Bi-State sage grouse no longer needs protection under the Endangered Species Act proves that diverse partners committed to a shared vision works to achieve wildlife conservation.
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On the California-Nevada state line, a geographically distinct population of sage grouse once faced a precarious future. Today, that’s changed, thanks in large part to the an unprecedented partnership effort by the Bi-State Local Area Working Group and proactive conservation efforts of private landowners.
Today’s decision by the Fish and Wildlife Service that the Bi-State sage grouse no longer needs protection under the Endangered Species Act proves that diverse partners committed to a shared vision works to achieve wildlife conservation. The Sage Grouse Initiative is proud to be a partner in the proactive conservation efforts and to support sustainable ranching practices that give this important bird species a brighter future.
DOWNLOAD THIS NEW BI-STATE FACT SHEET.
WATCH THIS NEW VIDEO ON THE BI-STATE SUCCESS STORY.
READ THE USDA BLOG FROM UNDERSECRETARY ROBERT BONNIE.
SEE THE FEDERAL REGISTER WITHDRAWING THE PROPOSED RULE TO LIST THE BI-STATE POPULATION.
LEARN MORE ABOUT BI-STATE SAGE GROUSE CONSERVATION EFFORTS.
VIEW THE PRESS RELEASE FROM THE DEPT. OF INTERIOR:
