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First zoo-raised hellbender successfully reproducing in the wild April 13, 2023 by MDC News Missouri hits significant milestone in endangered hellbender population recovery. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces a significant milestone in population recovery … Continue reading

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Seeking Wildlife Health Coordinator

The Midwest Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (MAFWA), is seeking applications for a Regional Fish and Wildlife Health Coordinator. This position is a collaboration with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. This is a contracted position with 3 … Continue reading

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New Head of Wisconsin DNR

By Danielle Kaeding December 27, 2022 Gov. Tony Evers appointed Adam Payne on Tuesday to serve as secretary of the DNR. He replaces Preston Cole, who announced he was retiring from the role in November.  “Adam has deep Wisconsin roots and understands … Continue reading

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Northern Long-eared Bat Reclassified as Endangered

Date: November 29, 2022 Contact: Georgia Parham, Georgia_Parham@fws.gov, 812-593-8501 Ongoing spread of deadly white-nose syndrome is primary threat, increasing risk of extinction WASHINGTON — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced a final rule to reclassify the northern long-eared … Continue reading

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Research Scientist Named Fisheries Biologist Of The Year Wisconsin DNR, November 23, 2022 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to announce that Coldwater Fisheries Research Scientist, Dr. Matthew Mitro, was awarded Fisheries Biologist of the Year … Continue reading

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