Salazar Retains Conservation Rule for Polar Bears
May 8, 2009 by USFWS
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced today that he will retain a special rule issued in December for protecting the polar bear under the Endangered Species Act, but will closely monitor the implementation of the rule to determine if additional measures are necessary to conserve and recover the polar bear and its habitat.
Secretary Salazar Presents Partners in Conservation Awards
May 8, 2009 by USFWS
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today presented the Partners in Conservation Awards “honoring those who achieve natural resource goals in collaboration and partnership with others” to 26 groups and individuals at a ceremony at Interior headquarters in Washington, D.C. From this list, four Service partnerships were recognized for their outstanding contributions.
International Migratory Bird Day 2009 Celebrates “Birds In Culture”
May 7, 2009 by USFWS
May 9th marks this year’s observance of International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD) and its theme of “Birds in Culture.” The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is joining numerous partners to recognize the cultural significance birds have in our lives and the motivation they have provided for people to become involved in wildlife conservation. Hundreds of National Wildlife Refuges across the country will be hosting events such as bird walks, open houses, festivals, wildlife lectures and demonstrations.
Service Marks American Wetlands Month
May 6, 2009 by USFWS
Throughout May, please join the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service in celebrating the 19th anniversary of American Wetlands Month. Wetlands are among the most productive habitats on earth providing shelter and nursery areas for commercially and recreationally important animals like fish and shellfish, as well as vital wintering grounds for migrating birds.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Seeks Applications for Tribal Wildlife Grants
May 1, 2009 by USFWS
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued a request for grant proposals from federally recognized Tribes for projects that will conserve fish and wildlife resources on tribal lands. The Tribal Wildlife Grants program funds projects on a competitive basis that benefit habitat, fish and wildlife, including species that are not hunted or fished. This grant request is for fiscal year 2010.
