Dear RCC Supporter,  The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been one of America’s most potent tools for preventing extinction for almost 50 years but a new rule is being proposed that could wipe out key elements of its protections, particularly in regards to habitat.
The current Endangered Species Act prevents not only direct killing of listed species, but also "harm," which is thought to mean actions that would negatively affect individuals of a species. This include habitat modification or inferring with behaviors like feeding, breeding, or sheltering. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service are proposing to remove the definition of "harm" from the ESA. This proposal ignores Supreme Court rulings as well as decades of legal precedent, opening the door to destructive practices that will push numerous species closer to extinction. Take Action to Save Birds Now: Tell the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service leadership that we keep these critical protections for birds!  | |
