Bell City, Louisiana: Alligator looking for fun. Photo by Corey Douglas.

Conservation in Louisiana

Threatened, endangered and at-risk species

      Louisiana is rich with diverse ecosystems—ranging from the marshes and open water along the coast, to the wetlands that help protect New Orleans from hurricanes and provide a nursery to the fisheries that support the region’s food economy, to the wild bayous of the Atchafalaya Basin, to bottomland hardwood forests of the Mississippi Delta. These locations are teeming with wildlife. They provide critical wintering habitat for thousands of ducks and geese. Neotropical songbirds, shorebirds, reptiles, mammal such as bear and white-tailed deer, and numerous other species also make their home in Louisiana’s wildlands.

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      2. Small pink birds with rounded bills wade through the shallow water.
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      3. Birds flying around boom floating in the water to contain an oil spill.
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        For developers: Conservation planning assistance
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      6. Thousands of geese taking flight.
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        Trump Administration celebrates recovery of America’s smallest tern
      12. Aerial image of small crescent shaped island. Waves crash into beachfront with marsh behind Dec 18, 2020 | 3 minute read
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        Massive restoration project begins on North Breton Island
      13. dark brown shell with green 0149 label in forefront with multiple other shells sticking out of sand underwater Dec 14, 2020 | 2 minute read
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        Louisiana Partners for Fish and Wildlife helps recover federally threatened Louisiana pearlshell mussel
      14. Wooden pier, about 3 feet wide with armrails, extends out into a calm lake. Three trees surround pier. Dec 2, 2020 | 3 minute read
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        Red River National Wildlife Refuge are new land managers of Bickham Dickson Park in Shreveport
      15. A small fish with tan and brown markings blending into the pebble substrate. Nov 17, 2020 | 7 minute read
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        Frecklebelly madtom proposed listing, 4(d) rule and critical habitat frequently asked questions
      16. A small fish with tan and brown markings blending into the pebble substrate. Nov 17, 2020 | 4 minute read
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        Service proposes to list population of frecklebelly madtom as threatened under Endangered Species Act
      17. A blackish/navy blue bird with bright red eyes and white markings on its wings Oct 7, 2020 | 5 minute read
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      18. A small black bird with red eyes walks in the marsh grasses. Oct 7, 2020 | 14 minute read
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      19. A small black bird with red eyes walks in the marsh grasses. Oct 7, 2020 | 4 minute read
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        Service finalizes listing the eastern black rail as threatened under the Endangered Species Act
      20. A dozen or so small grey fish next to a ruler. Sep 8, 2020 | 3 minute read
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        Service Coastal Program improves Louisiana marshes to benefit at-risk topminnow
      21. An aerial photograph of a coastal marsh with a breakwater. Aug 5, 2020 | 5 minute read
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        In defense for our shorelines, the natural way
      22. Buckets of green, orange and yellow berries in large buckets and bags in the back of a pickup truck bed. Jul 31, 2020 | 7 minute read
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      23. A large brown and white bird with a scooped beak nears the ground for a landing Jun 10, 2020 | 3 minute read
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      24. Nine birders looking into a tree-line along a road with cameras and binoculars Jun 1, 2020 | 2 minute read
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        Rare sparrow found at Red River Refuge
      25. An older man points to the sky with a child. Apr 27, 2020 | 5 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposes more opportunities to hunt, fish across South Atlantic, Gulf and Mississippi Basin
      26. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Feb 26, 2020 | 6 minute read
        Faq

        Louisiana pinesnake final 4(d) rule
      27. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Feb 26, 2020 | 3 minute read
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        Service finalizes 4(d) rule to aid conservation of Louisiana pinesnake and support landowner efforts
      28. Dec 16, 2019 | 3 minute read
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        New maps aid conservation in Louisiana
      29. A man with a beard and a woman, both wearing glasses, smile for the camera at an outdoor event. Dec 5, 2019 | 5 minute read
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      30. A bright white bird with a red patch on its head and identifying tags on its legs wads through a marsh Nov 15, 2019 | 1 minute read
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        Female whooping crane visits Holla Bend National Wildlife Refuge
      31. A green mat-forming plant covers the open water in a marsh Nov 13, 2019 | 5 minute read
        Articles

        Bio-control of giant salvinia in coastal Louisiana
      32. A green toad with dark spots in a biologist’s gloved hand Nov 6, 2019 | 9 minute read
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      33. Two black and white birds on the edge of a body of water. Oct 23, 2019 | 5 minute read
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        Recovery of America’s smallest tern prompts proposal to delist
      34. Thousands of pelicans dot an island landscape shot from above Aug 20, 2019 | 4 minute read
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        Streamlined environmental compliance process benefits brown pelican rookery
      35. Thousands of pelicans dot an island landscape shot from above Jul 16, 2019 | 4 minute read
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        A head start on healing
      36. Pelicans dot an island landscape shot from above with a single large pelican flying near the elevated camera. Jun 14, 2019 | 3 minute read
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        Island restoration project and partnerships playing key role in future of the brown pelican
      37. A biologist dressed for cold weather holds an acient-looking fish on a boat at sea Apr 11, 2019 | 2 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conducts five-year status review of Atlantic sturgeon (Gulf subspecies)
      38. A bird of prey flying over a wetland. Apr 11, 2019 | 6 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conducts five-year status reviews of 36 Southeastern species
      39. A dozen or so small grey fish next to a ruler. Mar 12, 2019 | 3 minute read
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        Looking for the saltmarsh topminnow in coastal Louisiana
      40. Hundreds of shore birds line a sand bank with yellow oil boom in the background. Feb 6, 2019 | 4 minute read
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        Restoring a buffet for birds on North Breton Island
      41. Eight volunteers, half women, half men, pose in front of the welcome sign at Bayou Teche NWR Jan 30, 2019 | 2 minute read
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        Bayou Teche boardwalk trail open for adventure thanks to volunteers
      42. Dec 10, 2018 | 2 minute read
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        New regional director to head southeastern conservation efforts Fish and Wildlife Service
      43. A scruffy looking white-tailed deer that appears to be ill and underweight. Oct 26, 2018 | 6 minute read
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      44. A small black bird flies over a lush green marsh Oct 5, 2018 | 12 minute read
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        Proposed listing for the eastern black rail
      45. A small black bird with red eyes walks in the marsh grasses. Oct 5, 2018 | 5 minute read
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        Service proposes to list the eastern black rail as threatened under the Endangered Species Act
      46. Sep 27, 2018 | 1 minute read
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      47. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Sep 18, 2018 | 1 minute read
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        Notice of Availability of a draft environmental assessment for a proposed rule under section 4(d) of the Endangered Species Act for the Louisiana pinesnake
      48. Sep 6, 2018 | 4 minute read
        Articles

        Service uses weevils to control invasive salvinia that threatens Louisiana coast
      49. A man wearing an orange Tennessee NWR shirt releases a brownish grey bird, which takes flight. Sep 4, 2018 | 8 minute read
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        Banded together
      50. hundreds of birds dot a small island below a bright blue sky. Aug 3, 2018 | 2 minute read
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        Preconstruction monitoring activities kick off on North Breton Island Louisiana
      51. A biologist holds a long snake in front of a crowd of interns. Jun 8, 2018 | 1 minute read
        Articles

        Federal agencies helping landowners rebuild habitat for Louisiana pinesnake
      52. May 31, 2018 | 2 minute read
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      53. hundreds of birds dot a small island below a bright blue sky. May 31, 2018 | 3 minute read
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      54. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Apr 5, 2018 | 8 minute read
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        Listing of the Louisiana pinesnake under the ESA, and the Louisiana pinesnake proposed 4(d) rule
      55. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Apr 5, 2018 | 4 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service protects rare constrictor snake of Louisiana, Texas; proposes additional conservation measures
      56. Mar 20, 2018 | 4 minute read
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        Secretary Zinke announces more that $1.1 billion for sportsmen and conservation
      57. Biologists wearing white gowns head-to-toe walking through nets in a marsh holding whooping cranes. Mar 7, 2018 | 2 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service considers changes to protect endangered whooping cranes
      58. Three Native American men stand in front of a sign. Jan 23, 2018 | 4 minute read
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      59. A cluster of carnivorious plant heads with bright red/orange mouths. Dec 19, 2017 | 5 minute read
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        Bat, snail, and popular plant may need endangered species protection
      60. A woodpecker perched on a tree with a bug in its mouth Nov 20, 2017 | 9 minute read
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        The woodpecker’s journey
      61. A building built on steel footings ready for hurricane force winds. Nov 9, 2017 | 5 minute read
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        Service facilities built to withstand nature’s worst
      62. Bright green grass emerges from a huge marsh. Nov 8, 2017 | 7 minute read
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        Refuges reach out to urban visitors
      63. A team of USFWS employees gather in a circle for directions from Incident Commander Sami Gray. Oct 16, 2017 | 10 minute read
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        A tough woman gets the job done
      64. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Oct 5, 2017 | 2 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service extends deadline on Louisiana pinesnake ruling
      65. A colorful radar map. Oct 4, 2017 | 2 minute read
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      66. A dozen large birds on the edge of a mangrove island. Oct 3, 2017 | 3 minute read
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        How to manage 45 important coastal species in the face of environmental changes
      67. A dozen visitors sitting at picknic tables listen to the refuge manager. Sep 26, 2017 | 2 minute read
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        International delegates tour Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge
      68. A small, long fish with dark spots and a long dorsal fin in an aquarium. Sep 19, 2017 | 4 minute read
        Faq

        Final Rule to List the Pearl darter as Threatened
      69. A small, long fish with dark spots and a long dorsal fin in an aquarium. Sep 19, 2017 | 3 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service extends Endangered Species Act protection to rare fish
      70. A group of USFWS personnel in a circle for a meeting. Sep 13, 2017 | 2 minute read
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        Service crews head south
      71. A massive spinning cloud mass between Cuba and the Bahamas. Sep 9, 2017 | 2 minute read
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        Irma aims at Keys, Georgia, Alabama
      72. A man posing for a selfie in front of the Pelican Island NWR sign. Aug 14, 2017 | 3 minute read
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        Jeremy Edwardson, deputy project leader at the Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge Complex
      73. A small brown bat on the roof of a cave with a fuzzy white fungus on its nose. Jul 17, 2017 | 3 minute read
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        Fish and Wildlife Service directs money to Southeast to fight bat disease
      74. A young woman in waders fishing in a shallow river. Jun 14, 2017 | 2 minute read
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        Interior Secretary Zinke announces $1.1 billion in funding for state wildlife agencies; more than $243 million to Southeast U.S.
      75. Three small black bear cubs yawning in unison. May 19, 2017 | 3 minute read
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      76. A biologist showing off a Louisiana pinsnake. May 3, 2017 | 1 minute read
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        Family adventure day in Louisiana
      77. A female volunteer adding fish food to a pond. May 3, 2017 | 1 minute read
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        Volunteers spruce up Natchitoches National Fish Hatchery
      78. Biologists wearing white gowns head-to-toe walking through nets in a marsh holding whooping cranes. May 3, 2017 | 2 minute read
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        Whooping crane reintroduction continues in Louisiana
      79. Four manatees and a school of fish assemble under crystal clear water. Mar 30, 2017 | 4 minute read
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        Manatee reclassified from endangered to threatened as habitat improves and population expands - existing federal protections remain in place
      80. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Oct 5, 2016 | 4 minute read
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        Louisiana pinesnake proposed to be added as threatened under the Endangered Species Act
      81. A patterned black and gray snake blends in to the strewn, dark pine needles on the forest floor. Oct 5, 2016 | 7 minute read
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        Proposed listing of the Louisiana pinesnake under the Endangered Species Act, and the proposed 4(d) exemption rule
      82. A small, long fish with dark spots and a long dorsal fin in an aquarium. Sep 20, 2016 | 4 minute read
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        U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposes to list pearl darter as threatened
      83. Two birds on a grassy plain. Sep 1, 2016 | 4 minute read
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        Service creates ESA listing workplan to provide predictability and encourage proactive conservation of imperiled wildlife
      84. A small mouse white white belly and sand-colored back hides behind beach vegetation. Aug 30, 2016 | 5 minute read
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        Fish and Wildlife Service conducting five-year status reviews of 22 Southeastern species
      85. Bright green needles emerge from a central cone of a longleaf pine tree Apr 6, 2016 | 3 minute read
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        Seeing the forest for the trees
      86. A close up photo of a gray-silver salamander walking on a layer of wet moss. Mar 15, 2016 | 2 minute read
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        Four Southeastern species do not require federal protection, two others under further review
      87. Biologist Maria Davidson wearing camoflage holding a Louisiana black bear cub Mar 10, 2016 | 2 minute read
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        Bear biologist Maria Davidson educates people, relocates wayward bears
      88. Two biologists check on the health of a sedated Louisiana black bear Mar 10, 2016 | 2 minute read
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        David Soileau: bringing the Louisiana black bear back from the brink
      89. Three small black bear cubs yawning in unison. Mar 10, 2016 | 2 minute read
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        Debbie Fuller: working hard at work worth doing
      90. Conservationists from the Natural Resources Conservation Service gather around the hood of a truck to investigate paperwork Mar 10, 2016 | 2 minute read
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        Easement program a win-win for landowners and black bears
      91. Mar 10, 2016 | 3 minute read
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        Keith Weaver: from tagging, tracking and naming, he knows the bears of the Tensas River Basin
      92. A large black bear with a small cub nestled in the upper branches of a hardwood tree. Mar 10, 2016 | 11 minute read
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        Louisiana black bear removed from the list of threatened and endangered species due to recovery
      93. A black bear in a field locks eyes with the camera as it eats grassy vegetation. Mar 10, 2016 | 2 minute read
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        Louisiana black bear’s survival depends on people, says biologist
      94. Three small black bear cubs yawning in unison. Mar 10, 2016 | 5 minute read
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        The teddy bear is back: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service delists Louisiana black bear due to recovery
      95. A biologist taking a health assessment for a tranquilized bear Mar 10, 2016 | 2 minute read
        Articles

        U.S. Department of Agriculture’s wildlife services plays key role in Louisiana black bear recovery
      96. Kemps ridley sea turtle laying in the sand. Large with grey shell and yellow body with grey speckles. Nov 13, 2015 | 3 minute read
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        New report assesses the impacts of emerging threats on Gulf coast species and ecosystems
      97. Red-cockaded woodpecker flying from its nest. Nov 6, 2015 | 4 minute read
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        Service, states, celebrate 20th anniversary of the safe harbor program offering voluntary land management agreements with private landowners
      98. New project leader Maury Bedford poses for a photo in front of a stand of pine trees. Oct 8, 2015 | 4 minute read
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        Maury Bedford named project leader for North Louisiana National Wildlife Refuges
      99. A white and black frog standing on dormant grass. Sep 9, 2015 | 4 minute read
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        Recovery plan for endangered frog available
      100. A small brown bat on the roof of a cave with a fuzzy white fungus on its nose. Jul 1, 2015 | 3 minute read
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        Service awards grants to 35 states, District of Columbia for work on deadly bat disease
      101. A dark colored salamander with white spots on its stomach and sides. Jun 30, 2015 | 3 minute read
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        Federal wildlife officials respond to a petition to list dozens of species under the Endangered Species Act
      102. A monarch butterfly perched on a bushy plant with bright yellow flowers. Jun 17, 2015 | 3 minute read
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        Fish and Wildlife Service and the Wildlife Habitat Council partner to save monarchs
      103. A Louisiana black bear standing in a grassy clearing Jun 12, 2015 | 2 minute read
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        Service announces public hearings on proposal to delist Louisiana black bear
      104. A butterfly covered in white spots with orange and yellow wings perched on a purple flower. Jun 2, 2015 | 4 minute read
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        Service provides $5.7 million in grants to help conserve monarch butterflies and other at-risk species in 11 states
      105. A bald eagle strewn on the grass laying on its back. May 28, 2015 | 3 minute read
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        $11,000 reward offered for information in death of bald eagles in Plaquemine, Louisiana
      106. Three small black bear cubs yawning in unison. May 20, 2015 | 5 minute read
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        Secretary Jewell, Governor Jindal announce proposal to remove Louisiana black bear from endangered species list
      107. Phi beta sigma members plant trees with Fish and Wildlife Service employees. May 19, 2015 | 5 minute read
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        Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service join forces to engage urban youth in outdoor education and recreation at Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge
      108. A beige agricultural landscape dotted by hundreds of small ponds. Apr 27, 2015 | 4 minute read
        Articles

        BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement funds migrate north
      109. An injured bald eagle crouched in a field. Mar 31, 2015 | 2 minute read
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        $7,500 reward for information on bald eagle shooting
      110. Long white birds flying in formation behind a fan powered glider. Dec 9, 2014 | 4 minute read
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        Seven whooping cranes fly into Georgia following ultralight aircraft
      111. A brown bird with long slender neck and legs takes flight. Nov 14, 2014 | 3 minute read
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        Migratory bird conservation commission waterfowl, approves $28 million to conserve shorebirds and other species in 16 states
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        Whooping cranes arrive in Tennessee
      113. An adult red wolf walking stealthily in a caged enclosure at the zoo. Oct 17, 2014 | 5 minute read
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        Federal and state officials request assistance in investigation of gunshot red wolf
      114. A strange looking salamander with horns. Sep 22, 2014 | 5 minute read
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        Fish and Wildlife Service conducts five-year status reviews of 27 Southeastern species
      115. A bald eagle perched with its wings spread. Apr 11, 2014 | 1 minute read
        News

        $7,500 reward for information on bald eagle killing in Louisiana
      116. Long white birds flying in formation behind a fan powered glider. Jan 7, 2014 | 3 minute read
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        Endangered whooping cranes arrive at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge, FL on aircraft-guided flight
      117. Long white birds flying in formation behind a fan powered glider. Dec 31, 2013 | 4 minute read
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        Endangered whooping cranes make it to Florida following ultralights
      118. Airborne ultralight with whooping cranes following. Dec 30, 2013 | 3 minute read
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        Endangered whooping cranes now in Georgia on aircraft-guided flight to Florida
      119. Airborne ultralight with whooping cranes following. Dec 12, 2013 | 5 minute read
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        Endangered whooping cranes now in Alabama on aircraft-guided flight to Florida
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        Landmark study reveals low national rate of frog abnormalities on wildlife refuges
      121. A small yellow breasted bird with grey feathers. Nov 14, 2013 | 3 minute read
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        Service approves incidental take permit for NiSource multi-state Habitat Conservation Plan
      122. A mussel with brownish outer shell and a glossy white inner shell that resembles a baked potato. Oct 15, 2012 | 6 minute read
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        Service proposes to protect neosho mucket and rabbitsfoot under the Endangered Species Act
      123. A large alligator basks in the sun on the bank of a stream. Sep 17, 2012 | 4 minute read
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        Visit your southeastern National Wildlife Refuges: october 13-27, 2012
      124. An orange and brown butterfly specimen. Aug 27, 2012 | 2 minute read
        News

        Service completes status review of the bay skipper butterfly
      125. A white and black frog standing on dormant grass. Jun 19, 2012 | 4 minute read
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        Fox & Friends story about steps to protect endangered Dusky Gopher Frog misses the mark
      126. Dormant vegetation in front of a lake banked by a small stand of pine trees. Apr 24, 2012 | 2 minute read
        News

        Jeff Weller to lead U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services Lafayette office
      127. Thousands of ducks taking flight out of a marsh nearly cover the sky. Apr 20, 2012 | 4 minute read
        News

        Conservation effort in northern Louisiana is something to quack about
      128. Two large, white, Whooping cranes flying in for a landing on a small pond. Feb 10, 2012 | 3 minute read
        News

        Ultralight-led whooping cranes released at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
      129. A white and black frog standing on dormant grass. Jan 13, 2012 | 6 minute read
        News

        Service to hold public hearing and re-open comment period on the revised proposed Critical Habitat designation and associated draft economic analysis for the Mississippi gopher frog
      130. Three small black bear cubs yawning in unison. Mar 31, 2011 | 1 minute read
        News

        Restoring Louisiana black bear habitat
      131. Three children and a US Fish and Wildlife Service biologist crouch over a net with used to collect insects from a nearby stream. Mar 17, 2011 | 2 minute read
        News

        4-H national headquarters and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service honor Louisiana youth wetlands education and outreach 4-H program
      132. Two large, white, Whooping cranes flying in for a landing on a small pond. Feb 8, 2011 | 4 minute read
        News

        Interior clears the way for return of whooping cranes to Louisiana
      133. Two brown pelicans fly in for a landing on the rocky shoreline. Jul 18, 2010 | 3 minute read
        News

        Scientists ask public to report banded birds to help scientific research
      134. Two brown pelicans fly in for a landing on the rocky shoreline. Jul 8, 2010 | 3 minute read
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        Using sound science, the service addresses urgent habitat needs for birds and other wildlife along the Gulf coast
      135. A white and black frog standing on dormant grass. Jun 3, 2010 | 5 minute read
        News

        Fish and Wildlife Service proposes critical habitat for Mississippi gopher frog
      136. Two gloved workers wearing protective glasses soap up and clean an oiled bird. May 9, 2010 | 3 minute read
        News

        First two birds, oiled from the Gulf spill, readied for release at Pelican National Wildlife Refuge
      137. A gray bird with bright red spot on its face with a small, furry, beige chick. Apr 9, 2010 | 3 minute read
        News

        Fish and Wildlife Service conducts five-year status reviews of 10 Southeastern species
      138. Hundreds of brown pelicans cover a vegetated beach. Nov 11, 2009 | 4 minute read
        News

        Brown pelican populations recovered, removed from Endangered Species List
      139. A prehistoric looking brown fish in a hand with a shovel shaped face. Sep 22, 2009 | 4 minute read
        News

        Fish and Wildlife Service proposes Endangered Species Act protection for the shovelnose sturgeon
      140. A white breasted bird with a brown head and grey feathers. Sep 11, 2009 | 6 minute read
        News

        Secretary Salazar announces more than $41 million to purchase wetlands and fund grants for migratory waterfowl habitat more than $7 million in waterfowl habitat grants approved for southeastern states
      141. A small gopher tortoise with tan shell standing on sandy grass covered soil. Sep 9, 2009 | 4 minute read
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        Federal finding means gopher tortoise status in the eastern portion of its range merits further review
      142. Thousands of ducks taking flight out of a marsh nearly cover the sky. Jul 31, 2009 | 6 minute read
        News

        Liberal season proposed for upcoming late waterfowl season
      143. Storm surge from the ocean cuts through a barrier island. Jun 29, 2009 | 4 minute read
        News

        Service will host public meetings on coastal barrier resources system pilot project units
      144. Six people wearing life preservers on a boat. Jun 9, 2009 | 7 minute read
        News

        Secretary Salazar announces boating grants to 28 states to help keep waterways clean
      145. Five birds with bright green markings on the side of their head on wing tips swimming. Jun 1, 2009 | 5 minute read
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        Conservation funds GO ZERO® program goes gold with CCB
      146. Thousands of birds take flight over a green marsh. May 19, 2009 | 4 minute read
        News

        High Ouachita River levels postpones floodplain reconnection project
      147. Aug 31, 2005 | 1 minute read
        News

        U.S Fish and Wildlife Service announces temporary closure of National Wildlife Refuges in areas affected by Hurricane Katrina
      148. Fuzzy yellow and purple flowers emerging from a green grass-like stalk.
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      149. Three brown birds swimming on still water
        Wildlife

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      150. A brown and grey duck with a black belly standing at the entrance to a large birdhouse
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        Black-bellied whistling duck
      151. Three brown birds with white spots on the edge of their wings standing in water
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        Blue-winged teal
      152. A rust colored bird preening in the water.
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      153. An alligator basking in the sun on the shore of a water body.
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      154. A small black bird with red eyes walks in the marsh grasses.
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        Eastern black rail
      155. A small fish with tan and brown markings blending into the pebble substrate.
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        Frecklebelly madtom
      156. Two splotchy brown birds swimming in a pond
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        Gadwall
      157. Bird with white body, black head markings and pointed yellow beak sits in beach sand.
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        Interior least tern
      158. A prehistoric looking fish with spines down its back and sides.
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        Lake sturgeon
      159. A close-up shot of a duck with a dark head and light blue beak
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        Lesser scaup
      160. A Louisiana black bear standing in a grassy clearing
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        Louisiana black bear
      161. Male and female mallard ducks on a lake
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      162. Eight northern pintails including two females and six males on a cold, winter lake
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        Northern pintail
      163. A duck with bright green head and tail feathers swimming
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        Northern shoveler
      164. A tiny yellow fish with brown speckling.
        Wildlife

        Pearl darter
      165. A brown and black mussel with growth striations sitting on a rock.
        Wildlife

        Pink mucket
      166. A grey and black duck with a rusty orange colored head
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        Redhead
      167. A small shorebird walking through a tide pool on the beach, with other shorebirds.
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      168. Infographic

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      169. A duck with long green and brown feathers on its head in the shape of a backwards-hat
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