Migratory Bird Conservation Commission FY 2016 Annual Report

For more than 80 years, the Migratory Bird Conservation Program and the Federal Duck Stamp Program have helped secure key habitats to sustain migratory bird populations. These programs protect wetlands, which help dissipate storm water runoff, purify water supplies, and store flood water. As we look forward to the continuing conservation of these critical resources, we find inspiration in these programs’ extraordinary history of success.

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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages an unparalleled network of public lands and waters called the National Wildlife Refuge System. With more than 570 refuges spanning the country, this system protects iconic species and provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on Earth.
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Realty implements the Refuge System’s mission by collaborating with states, local governments, and landowners to conserve wildlife habitat and expand opportunities for public recreation, including hunting and fishing. Realty also includes cartography, land surveying, and permitting of rights-of-way.