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“Recent information and further analysis leads our agency to conclude that the Southern Resident killer whale population is at risk of extinction, and should be listed as endangered. By giving it protection under the ESA, we have a better chance of keeping this population alive for future generations.”
Bob Lohn
“We are taking the decline of these killer whales seriously and we will work to sustain and support this population.”
“While these animals are in trouble, there is not sufficient justification to list the Puget Sound population under the ESA.”
“By giving it protection under the ESA, we have a better chance of keeping this population alive for future generations.”
“I think the practical impact should be quite small,”
“I applaud the hard work of local agriculture, forestry, state, tribal and other federal partners to develop a solid plan for recovery.”
“That's the tool that adds something to the protections for the whales.”
“Strictly private activity is not regulated under critical habitat.”
“It triggers a consultation. It doesn't automatically trigger restrictions.”
“Our efforts to protect salmon are yielding measurable improvements, and we are hard at work on recovery plans.”
