Critical Habitat Designated for Santa Ana Sucker

Final Rule Issued in Compliance With Court Order

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today it has designated approximately 21,129 acres of streams in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties, California, as critical habitat for the Santa Ana sucker (Catostomus santaanae). This final rule becomes effective immediately. For frequently asked questions click here.

Areas designated as critical habitat include portions of the main stem of the Santa Ana River and the City, Chino, Mill, and Cucamonga Creeks; segments of the North, West, and East forks of the San Gabriel River and portions of Cattle Canyon, Bear, and Big Mermaid