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Federal Register · June 17, 2025
The title they went with Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Three Species Not Warranted for Listing as Endangered or Threatened Species Noisy translates that to

Three rare species will not get federal protection, despite warnings from scientists

What happened
The US Fish and Wildlife Service decided not to list three rare species as endangered or threatened. This means these species will not receive federal protections for their habitats or populations.
Why it matters
When a species is not listed, it means developers and landowners do not face new restrictions on how they use land where these species live. This decision allows existing economic activities to continue without additional environmental review or mitigation efforts. It also means the species will not receive dedicated federal funding for recovery programs.
The signal
Watch for any new scientific studies or public petitions that challenge these findings, which could force the Service to re-evaluate its decision.
If you insist
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