The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Fish and Wildlife Service has posted a new round of Endangered Wildlife Recovery Permit Applications, including a notable submission from Benbrook, Texas.
On January 13, 2025, Grahme Borchardt applied under permit ID PER12056733 to conduct scientific research aimed at assessing the presence or absence of the lesser prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus) across five states: Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The application involves activities classified under the “harass/harm” category, permitted strictly for research and conservation purposes.
The lesser prairie-chicken, a vulnerable species due to habitat loss and climate challenges, is a key focus of conservation efforts in the Great Plains. Surveys like these are critical for understanding population dynamics and informing strategies to protect the species’ long-term survival.
As required under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking public input on this and other permit applications designed to promote conservation and recovery of endangered species. Public comments ensure transparency and provide an opportunity for community engagement before permits are issued.
Interested parties are encouraged to review and submit comments on the proposed permits by February 12, 2025. For more information on the application and to participate in the public comment process, visit the Federal Register at federalregister.gov.
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