“Incidental Take” clause weakens Polar-Bear protection act

Mon, June 23, 2008 
Posted in Alaska News

Despite a recent Endangered Species Act listing for polar bears, the U-S Fish and Wildlife Service has issued so-called “incidental take” regulations. The rules provide legal protection for seven companies planning to search for oil and gas in the waters off northwestern Alaska.

Jennifer canfield, KNBA - Anchorage

 
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