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Federal Register · August 14, 2025
The title they went with Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Threatened Species Status With Section 4(d) Rule for the Borneo Earless Monitor Noisy translates that to

The US will now protect a lizard from Borneo, making it harder to trade

What happened
The US Fish and Wildlife Service proposes to list the Borneo earless monitor, a lizard, as a threatened species. This means it will be illegal to import or export the lizard without a permit, and its trade will be restricted.
Why it matters
The US Endangered Species Act is a powerful tool. When the US lists a species as threatened, it can affect global trade and conservation efforts. This listing means that anyone wanting to import or export these lizards will face new legal hurdles and potential penalties.
The signal
Watch for the final rule to be published in the Federal Register, which will confirm the listing and the specific protections.
If you insist
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