Secretary Salazar Releases U.S. State of the Birds Report
March 20, 2009 by USFWS
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar released the first ever comprehensive report on bird populations in the United States, showing that nearly a third of the nation’s 800 bird species are endangered, threatened or in significant decline due to habitat loss, invasive species, and other threats.
US Fish and Wildlife Service Annnounces National Conservation Awards
March 20, 2009 by USFWS
US Fish and Wildlife Service announces awards to individuals in nurmious programs and agencies for recognition and great accomplishment of 2008 and 2009.
Service Investigation Exposes Eagle Killing, Trafficking
March 13, 2009 by USFWS
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service special agents have arrested four men on charges stemming from an undercover investigation into the illegal killing and trade of bald and golden eagles and other protected birds. The investigation has uncovered a significant black market for feathers and other bird parts.
Interior Secretary Salazar Announces Major Grants for Wetlands, National Wildlife Refuge Acquisitions
March 12, 2009 by USFWS
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced today that the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission has approved more than $26 million in grants to protect and restore more than 200,000 acres of wetland areas and wildlife habitat in the United States and Mexico.
Wildlife Health Crisis Threatens Our Bats
March 12, 2009 by USFWS
The mysterious malady killing hundreds of thousands of bats in the Northeast marches inexorably onward, now infesting caves and mines where bats hibernate from Vermont to West Virginia.
Alaska Man Sentenced for Killing and Selling Marine Mammals
March 12, 2009 by USFWS
An Alaska man who pleaded guilty to Federal wildlife charges in connection with the illegal killing and sale of protected sea otters, sea lions, and harbor seals will spend over three years in Federal prison and pay a $5,000 fine. A two-year Service undercover investigation documented the illegal take of some 75 sea otters and uncovered the defendant’s plans to market 40 to 50 hides per month to a broker in Korea.
Construction Companies Fined for Destroying Eagle’s Nest
March 10, 2009 by USFWS
Two Georgia construction companies will pay a $75,000 fine for destroying a bald eagle’s nest on property being developed in Seminole County, Florida. The companies, which were investigated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, must also implement an environmental compliance plan to avoid future violations.
Interior Secretary Salazar Affirms Recovery of Gray Wolves in Western Great Lakes, Portions of Northern Rocky Mountains
March 9, 2009 by USFWS
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar affirmed the decision by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to remove gray wolves from the list of threatened and endangered species in the western Great Lakes and the northern Rocky Mountain states of Idaho and Montana and parts of Washington, Oregon and Utah. Wolves will remain a protected species in Wyoming.
President Obama, Secretary Salazar Mark Interior’s 160th Anniversary
March 4, 2009 by USFWS
President Barack Obama and Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar marked the 160th Anniversary of the Department of the Interior on March 3 during a ceremony held in the Main Interior Building in Washington, DC. In addition to the 600 employees who packed the auditorium to watch the event, Department employees around the nation watched via satellite broadcast or listened via teleconference bridge. The Department was established on March 3, 1849.
President Obama, Secretary Salazar Mark Interior’s 160th Anniversary
March 4, 2009 by USFWS
President Barack Obama and Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar marked the 160th Anniversary of the Department of the Interior on March 3 during a ceremony held in the Main Interior Building in Washington, DC. In addition to the 600 employees who packed the auditorium to watch the event, Department employees around the nation watched via satellite broadcast or listened via teleconference bridge. The Department was established on March 3, 1849.
Dakota Flood Update
March 2, 2009 by USFWS
More than 50 Fish and Wildlife Service employees are working with local, state, and other federal emergency personnel to help with ongoing efforts in the flooded Dakotas.
President’s 2010 Budget Released
February 26, 2009 by USFWS
The President’s 2010 Budget includes funding for assessment of climate change impacts on wildlife, youth opportunities, habitat conservation, wildlife conservation.
