How will the proposed designation of critical habitat affect Federal agencies that undertake, permit, or fund projects?
A. Section 7 of the Act requires Federal agencies to consult with the Service on actions they authorize, fund, or carry out that may affect critical habitat. Through this consultation process, the Service can ensure that permitted actions do not change (adversely modify) critical habitat in such a way that it no longer can meet the physical and biological needs of the species. Where critical habitat has not been designated, we analyze actions to determine if they may adversely affect or jeopardize a listed species.
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