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The prohibited species are certain injurious animals, plant pests, plants and materials under federal quarantine, and certain plants and animals under the Lacey Act (16 U.S.C. 3371–3378), a law that pertains to illegal trade in fish, wildlife, and plants.
The State Legislature changed the department's name to Fish and Wildlife on January 1, 2013. The legislation followed recommendations of a 51-member stakeholder advisory group. 18 other states use the term "wildlife," while the others generally use "natural resources" or "conservation," in the titles of their Departments.
Invasive species in California, the introduced species of fauna−animals and flora−plants that are established and have naturalized within California.. Native plants and animals can become threatened endangered species from the spread of invasive species in natural habitats and/or developed areas (e.g. agriculture, transport, settlement).
It once housed a population of over 3,000 residents, but its remote location, over five hours travel to the mainland, made it hard to access education, jobs and food. People started moving out in ...
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Almost 20% of illegal wildlife shipments intercepted at U.S. ports between 2005 and 2014 came from Mexico. Control of both the licit and illicit supply chain provides criminals with massive ...
Inspecting wildlife shipments to ensure compliance with laws and treaties and detect illegal trade. Working with international counterparts to combat illegal trafficking in protected species. Training other federal, state, tribal, and foreign law enforcement officers. Using forensic science to analyze evidence and solve wildlife crimes.
Construction on “the world’s largest wildlife crossing” will close a portion of the Los Angeles County’s 101 Freeway overnight on weekdays for several weeks starting Monday.