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The plant extinction prevention program in Hawaii involves working with over 260 native plant species that are in jeopardy. With plant numbers dwindling in some areas, the aim is to
A Virginia pilot program aims to reduce wildlife collisions with cars. The program stems from a $350 million federal Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program. Six hundred thousand dollars will be allocated to developing infrastructure to improve road safety - particularly in rural areas with the hope of lowering these collisions. .
Fifty years ago today, President Richard Nixon signed the Endangered Species Act into law - establishing protections that saved species such as the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, and gray wolf from extinction. A new report from the Endangered Species Coalition highlights work that continues today to help many species recover, including the chinook salmon in Northern California. Barry McCovey Jr. .
Its scientific name is Cyanea rivularis. In the mountains of Kaua‘i it produces conical-shaped lavender and white flowers, which like many endangered plant species across the state, are key components to a fully functioning and healthy native ecosystem.