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Please read this important message about closure of National Wildlife Refuge System facilities during the shutdown.

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When Bighorn Sheep Fly

Thirty-four wild bighorn sheep recently took wing during a trip from San Andres National Wildlife Refuge to the Sacramento Mountains of the Lincoln National Forest near Alamogordo, New Mexico. Their journey, which involved a helicopter ride, is part of a partnership effort to establish a brand new population of the once-declining species. As this population grows and becomes stable, it will provide opportunities for wildlife viewing, hunting and nature photography.
Service Works with State, Many Partners on Release »

Service Official is President's Pick for Canada-U.S. Fishery Commission

Acting Midwest Regional Director Charlie Wooley has been picked by the President as the Federal Commissioner representing the United States on the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. Wooley joins three other commissioners of the United States.
The Great Lakes Fishery Attracts Millions of Anglers »

Fish and Wildlife Service Federal Register Notices Final Rule Proposed Rule Notice
	12/19/18. Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; 12-Month Findings on Petitions to List 13 Species as Endangered or Threatened Species
	12/18/18. John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System; Hurricane Sandy Remapping Project for Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Virginia
	12/14/18. International Wildlife Conservation Council; Call for Nominations
	12/06/18. Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for Sonoyta Mud Turtle
	11/28/18. General Provisions; Revised List of Migratory Birds
Open Comment Periods All Final Rules All Proposed Rules All Notices

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