Does a critical habitat designation mean an area is considered a wildlife refuge or sanctuary?
Critical habitat is not designated to stop development or to establish a nature preserve. A critical habitat designation identifies areas that are important to the conservation of federally listed threatened or endangered species. A critical habitat designation requires Federal agencies to consult with the Service on any of their actions that may affect critical habitat in designated areas. The Service can then recommend ways to minimize any adverse effects. It imposes no requirements on State or private actions on State or private lands where no Federal funding, permits or approvals are required. Q: What has been proposed as critical habitat for the southwestern willow flycatcher? A: The proposal includes 1,556 floodplain miles in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico as critical habitat for the southwestern willow flycatcher within the100-year floodplain or flood-prone areas. The proposal identifies the essential stream- and lake-edge habitats thought essential t
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