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July 14, 2023 at 9:21 PM

Protect Public Health From Mink Fur Farming

How mink fur farms could cause the next pandemic.   John,  Wild American mink are inquisitive and fiercely territorial animals with large natural ranges. Tragically, captive mink are usually raised in crowded cages on fur farms — which are even more dangerous for people and wildlife than you might …

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July 13, 2023 at 8:04 PM

Speak up to ban these deadly devices

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update. No. 1201, July 13, 2023 Help Us End Cyanide Bombs Now  The Center for Biological Diversity led more than 70 groups in petitioning the U.S. Department of the Interior to stop the use of M-44s — aka “cyanide bombs” — on lands overseen…

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July 11, 2023 at 11:32 AM

No More Cyanide Bombs on Public Lands

Endangered Earth M-44 devices should be banned on public lands once and for all.               Give Now » Hi John, Small metal cylinders called M-44s lure foxes, coyotes and other animals with a sweet scent. All it …

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July 7, 2023 at 2:02 PM

Protect endangered whales

Tell your representative not to allow the Air Force to harm Rice’s whales.   John,  With only about 50 individuals left, Rice’s whales are among the most critically endangered whales in the world. Found only in the Gulf of Mexico, these gentle giants face a number of threats, including ship strike…

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July 6, 2023 at 7:31 PM

Joshua Trees Triumph

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1200, July 6, 2023  California Law Permanently Protects Joshua Trees California lawmakers just passed the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, permanently protecting the iconic, imperil…

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June 30, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Restore the Endangered Species Act

Tell President Biden to step up for endangered species on the 50th anniversary of the Act.   John, The Endangered Species Act — one of our most effective tools for saving animals and plants from extinction — was gutted by the Trump administration. Sadly, as we celebrate the Act’s 50th anniversary t…

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June 29, 2023 at 8:32 PM

In Court for Pygmy Owls and 12 Other Species

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1199, June 29, 2023  Lawsuit Filed to Save 13 Species The Center for Biological Diversity just sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for delaying lifesaving federal protections for 13 …

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June 27, 2023 at 11:34 AM

Rat Poison, Vehicle Strikes Are Killing California's Mountain Lions

Endangered Earth We must act now to save them.               Give Now » Hi John, Mountain lions in California are being pushed closer to the brink. Vehicle strikes and habitat loss are constant threats to their live…

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June 23, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Help Gulf of Mexico endangered whales

Reduce deadly ship collisions to save Rice’s whales.   John,  The Gulf of Mexico is home to one of the world’s most endangered whale species: Rice’s whales. Fewer than 50 of these critically imperiled creatures are left.   Take action now to help prevent their extinction.   As year-round residents…

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June 22, 2023 at 10:07 PM

Give This Exceptional Swamp the Recognition It Deserves

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1198, June 22, 2023 How You Can Help the Okefenokee Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge’s tea-colored waters, cypress sanctuaries and longleaf pine uplands are like no other place on Earth…

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June 21, 2023 at 11:33 AM

Young Panthers Killed in Florida

Endangered Earth The panthers of Florida need more protection and safe habitat.               Give Now » Hi John, The remains of a 5-month-old female panther were found along a rural road in Collier County, Florida,…

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June 16, 2023 at 12:03 PM

Take action: Help stop extinctions in the United States

Tell Congress to pass the Extinction Prevention Act  John, Scientists have sounded the alarm: One million species are on track to vanish forever if we don't take action now to save them.   We’re already losing a species every day. With each extinction, the natural systems we all depend on — includ…

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June 15, 2023 at 7:23 PM

A Win for West Coast Fishers

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1197, June 15, 2023 West Coast Fishers Get a Shot at Help In a victory for Pacific fishers — as well as the Center for Biological Diversity and our local allies — the U.S. Fish and Wildlif…

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June 13, 2023 at 11:33 AM

Alaska Takes Aim at Endangered Whales

Endangered Earth We're in court to save Cook Inlet Beluga whales.               Give Now » Hi John, Beluga whales are among the most intelligent animals on Earth. They're curious, they pass traditions down through t…

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June 9, 2023 at 2:04 PM

Don’t let public lands become toxic dumps

Tell your senators to oppose this blatant favor to the mining industry.   John,  Public lands are under an alarming new attack by mining companies.   A proposed bill would make it easier for industry to dump huge amounts of rock waste on public lands that wildlife depend on and people cherish.   W…

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June 8, 2023 at 7:18 PM

Protect imperiled species on public lands

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1196, June 8, 2023 Protect 330 Endangered Species The U.S. Bureau of Land Management oversees more than 245 million acres, mostly in the West — more ground than any other public U.S. agen…

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June 6, 2023 at 11:34 AM

War on Wolves Moves to Great Lakes

Endangered Earth This is the last chance to double your gift.               Give Now » Hi John, The last time Great Lakes wolves lost protection, more than 200 wolves in Wisconsin were killed in just three days. Now…

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June 2, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Big trees = big benefits

Tell the Forest Service to protect mature and old-growth forests.   John,  Besides being cornerstones of biodiversity, old forests on U.S. federal lands play an essential role in fighting climate change. Thanks to pressure from Center supporters and advocacy by a coalition of organizations, the U.S…

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June 1, 2023 at 9:50 PM

Our latest grizzly win — and action

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1195, June 1, 2023 Court Win for Grizzlies Near Yellowstone Following two lawsuits by the Center for Biological Diversity and allies, an appeals court just ordered the feds to reconsider a…

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May 31, 2023 at 11:38 AM

Wolves in Washington Targeted—Again

Endangered Earth It's too soon to take protections away from wolves in Washington state.               Give Now » Hi John, Six wolves — all believed to be from the Wedge pack in Washington's Stevens County — were po…

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May 26, 2023 at 4:15 PM

Reject a dirty debt-ceiling deal

Tell your senators to make sure anti-environmental provisions are kept out of any debt-ceiling bill.  John, The United States could soon default on its debt and be left unable to pay for vital programs like Social Security. To keep that from happening, Congress must pass a bill to raise the debt ce…

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May 25, 2023 at 9:16 PM

Bold, beautiful bug wins 2,000 acres

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1194, May 25, 2023 Habitat Protected for a Tiny, Shiny Insect In an important victory for the Center for Biological Diversity and allies, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service just protected …

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May 23, 2023 at 11:33 AM

Feds Sell Out Grizzlies — We're Fighting Back

Endangered Earth The U.S. Forest Service wants to chop down grizzly bear habitat.               Give Now » Hi John, Grizzly bear cubs begin leaving their dens in spring, still under protection from their mothers. Bu…

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May 19, 2023 at 12:05 PM

For Endangered Species Day, take action to keep grizzlies protected

Help save these bears from senseless trophy hunting.  John, Happy Endangered Species Day. Today is a day to celebrate all the imperiled species the Endangered Species Act has protected in the past 50 years — and take action on their behalf.    Right now, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is cons…

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May 18, 2023 at 11:33 PM

Help Bring an End to Plastic Pollution

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1193, May 18, 2023  Take Action for a Strong Global Plastics Treaty Plastic pollution is a global problem that needs a global solution, hurting people and wildlife at every phase of plas…

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May 16, 2023 at 11:34 AM

Stop Trophy Hunts of Yellowstone Grizzlies Before They Start

Endangered Earth Grizzly bears must remain fully protected.               Give Now » Hi John, Yellowstone grizzly bears could soon be back in the crosshairs. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is deciding on these b…

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May 12, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Honor tribes and save Grand Canyon species

Urge Biden to honor Indigenous tribes and designate the Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument.   John,  The Grand Canyon watershed isn’t just a stunning recreation spot. Its lands and waters encompass sacred, centuries-old cultural landscapes of 11 Indigenous tribes and harbor…

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May 11, 2023 at 6:26 PM

Protecting wildlife from poisonous pesticides

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1192, May 11, 2023 Suit Filed to Save Habitat From Toxic Pesticides The Center for Biological Diversity just sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect endangered species from pe…

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May 9, 2023 at 11:32 AM

Manatees Are Starving. We'll Go to Court to Save Them

Endangered Earth Manatees urgently need more protection.               Give Now » Hi John, A heartbreaking die-off of Florida's manatees, driven by starvation, has pushed these gentle sea creatures to the brink. Wit…

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May 5, 2023 at 5:32 PM

Save orcas and salmon from toxic pesticides

Endangered species are being pushed toward extinction.   John, Two specific pesticides are pushing Southern Resident orcas and 36 other aquatic endangered species closer to extinction — including virtually all salmon, steelhead and sturgeon.   The two pesticides — carbaryl and methomyl — are some…

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May 4, 2023 at 10:08 PM

Take Action: Save Shorebirds From Space Waste

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1191, May 4, 2023 Save Endangered Species From SpaceX Boca Chica, Texas, is one of the most biodiverse places in North America, providing habitat for endangered species like ocelots, pip…

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May 2, 2023 at 1:06 PM

SpaceX's Rockets Are Devastating Essential Habitat, So We Sued

Endangered Earth Heavy rocket launches put wildlife at risk. We’re taking action to protect it.               Give Now » Hi John, Shorebirds like piping plovers are already among the most imperiled species on Earth…

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April 28, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Save Sunflower Sea Stars

Take action to protect these unique animals from climate change and disease.   John,  As a keystone species, sunflower sea stars play a critical role in maintaining healthy kelp forests along the Pacific Coast. Among the largest sea stars in the world, adults can have 24 limbs and grow to be more …

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April 27, 2023 at 9:44 PM

Grizzlies: 1, Logging: 0

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1190, April 27, 2023 Victory for Bears and Trees in Montana Last month the Center for Biological Diversity and allies went to court to halt a logging project threatening grizzly bears in …

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April 26, 2023 at 12:33 PM

Urgent: Endangered Species Act Again Under Fire

Endangered Earth We'll fight for the strongest tool we’ve got to save wildlife.               Give Now » Hi John, We knew anti-wildlife forces in Congress wouldn't stop after putting gray wolves back in the crosshai…

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April 25, 2023 at 7:32 PM

Make a Bid to Save Wildlife

Endangered Earth The Center's silent auction is now open.               Hi John, Tonight in Tucson, the Center is hosting an event to celebrate our members and raise funds to carry out our lifesaving work — and we invite you to be…

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April 21, 2023 at 6:02 PM

It's Time to Invest in Imperiled Wildlife

The U.S. Senate must take action for the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act.  John,  Across the United States, imperiled animals and plants are plunging toward extinction.   To save them, in the 50th year of the Endangered Species Act, U.S. leaders need to immediately make a significant…

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April 20, 2023 at 7:14 PM

Safe Havens for 49 Species in Hawai‘i

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1189, April 20, 2023 Habitat Won for 49 Hawaiian Species In a legal victory stemming from a Center for Biological Diversity lawsuit, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service agreed Monday to pr…

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April 18, 2023 at 11:32 AM

Wolves Under Attack in Congress

Endangered Earth Anti-wolf forces are aiming to allow more wolf hunts.               Give Now » Hi John, A group of far-right extremists in Congress have put gray wolves in their crosshairs. They want to take away w…

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April 17, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Join Us at Freedom Plaza in D.C. on Earth Day

We’re rallying for the climate.   John, Join us in D.C. on Earth Day to demand an end to the fossil fuel era. The science is clear: To stave off the most drastic effects of climate change, we have to end fossil fuel use now. And the United States produces more oil and gas than any other country. …

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April 14, 2023 at 2:31 PM

You can help hippos

It’s time for hippos to get the Endangered Species Act protection they need.  John,  With their tiny ears, chonky rears, and outsized personalities, hippos are widely adored. They also help keep their ecosystems healthy, munching on plants and distributing key nutrients. But these beloved animals…

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April 13, 2023 at 9:07 PM

A Long-Sought Win for a Purple Plant

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1188, April 13, 2023 After Waiting 48 Years, Texas Flower Protected Thanks to a Center for Biological Diversity lawsuit, a beautiful Texas plant with an awesome name — the bracted twistflo…

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April 11, 2023 at 11:34 AM

We're Fighting to Stop Willow for Good

Endangered Earth The Western Arctic must be protected.               Give Now » Hi John, Just days ago we went back to court to immediately stop the Willow project from breaking more ground. We're also pushing the c…

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April 8, 2023 at 4:03 PM

The Endangered Species Act: 50 Years of Extraordinary Success

Join us on Thursday, April 20 to learn about species success stories.  John,  This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, the United States’ most successful law for protecting animals and plants from extinction. The Act is the reason there are bald eagles on the wing from co…

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April 7, 2023 at 4:03 PM

Protect Rare Whales From Big Oil

Biden’s next huge offshore oil sale is a disaster for critically endangered whales.  John,  Big Oil’s allies in Congress just forced the Biden administration to give away even more ocean habitat to drilling, including in the already heavily exploited Gulf of Mexico. That’s bad news for every living…

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April 6, 2023 at 9:03 PM

Help Ban Toxic Chemical Used in Plastic

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity. No. 1187, April 6, 2023 Take Action: Tell the EPA to Ban Toxic Vinyl Chloride It’s time for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to ban vinyl chloride once and for all.  Five of the trai…

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April 5, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Our Fight to Stop Willow Just Got Harder

Endangered Earth Double your gift to the Saving Life on Earth Fund today.               Give Now » Hi John, A federal judge has ruled to let the Willow project break ground. We're appealing that decision. We're also…

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April 3, 2023 at 12:32 PM

We're in Court Now Fighting Willow

Endangered Earth All gifts to the Saving Life on Earth Fund will be matched.               Give Now » Hi John, Any minute now a judge will rule on our request to stop the Willow project from breaking ground till our…

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March 31, 2023 at 5:53 PM

Save western monarchs from extinction

Tell senators to support this bill and save these beautiful butterflies.  John, Monarch butterflies are legendary for their vibrant colors and epic migration — a journey of more than 2,000 miles made by animals weighing less than a gram.   Once a familiar site, now these iconic pollinators are plum…

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March 30, 2023 at 7:42 PM

In Court for Corals

Endangered Earth: Take action and get your weekly wildlife update from the Center for Biological Diversity.No. 1186, March 30 2023 Lawsuit Filed to Save 12 Coral Species The Center for Biological Diversity just sued NOAA Fisheries to save habitat for pillar coral, mountainous star coral, and 10 oth…

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