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2 days ago · Today, steelhead and two populations of salmon ( winter-run and spring-run Chinook) in California’s Central Valley are listed as threatened or endangered under the federal Endangered Species Act. These salmon and steelhead, known as salmonids, require cold water to survive hot summers.
22 hours ago · PASCO – The state Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking public input on a review of whether to continue to list the Columbia Basin pygmy rabbit on the endangered species list. "The Columbia Basin pygmy rabbit was considered extinct in Washington by 2004 but has since been reintroduced through captive breeding and translocation programs ...
22 hours ago · Allis shad (Alosa alosa). Credit: Elliott et al. According to a new modeling study, 62% of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) designated to protect rare migratory fish species are outside of their core ...
2 days ago · According to the FWS, the 0.9-inch fish lives only in the habitat of Devils Hole—composed of two distinct areas: a limestone rock shelf that is 11 feet-6 inches by 16 feet-5 inches and 11.8 ...
4 days ago · Capybara have been the subject of a large body of research to understand their biology and habitat (Moreira et al., 2012), and have also been kept extensively in captivity in zoos around the world. Capybara are the largest living rodent, weighing 40–60 kg, and are often described as semi-aquatic.
22 hours ago · 0. Seattle-based Wild Fish Conservancy’s petition to list Gulf of Alaska king salmon as an endangered species is receiving additional consideration from NOAA Fisheries. The agency last Thursday filed a “positive 90-day finding,” during which time NOAA Fisheries will complete an in-depth review of the petition to see if listing is warranted.
1 day ago · The Australian brook lamprey, a non-parasitic jawless fish, has been found in Queensland, extending its known range. Conservation efforts face challenges due to its mistaken identity with a more common species. Scientists stress the importance of protecting this Endangered species amidst threats like habitat changes and rising sea levels.
