WTF...
USFWS is going to list the M2 as threatened in the endangered species act. Fine for getting the attention of other governments, but I see it affecting those that have one as a pet- similiar to the greencheek amazon one they tried to pass earlier where they wanted to make it illegal to move the animals across state lines. I'm sorry but the WBCA of 1992 covers 90% of this.
Service Announces Proposal to List the Salmon-crested Cockatoo as
Threatened under Endangered Species Act
It has taken almost 30 yrs to get the Seram cockatoo to be considered for inclusion into the ESA.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced a proposal to protect the
salmon-crested cockatoo of Indonesia as threatened under the Endangered
Species Act (ESA). If made final, the measure would extend ESA protection
to this species. The measure was published in the November 3, 2009, Federal
Register.
Addition of a foreign species to the federal list of threatened and
endangered species places restrictions on the importation of either the
animal or its parts. Listing also serves to heighten awareness of the
importance of conserving the species among foreign governments,
conservation organizations and the public.
The salmon-crested cockatoo (also known as the Seram, Moluccan,
pink-crested, or rose-crested cockatoo) is the largest and the most
striking of Indonesia´s white cockatoos. The cockatoo is believed to prefer
habitat consisting of primary lowland forests and flat or gently sloping
terrain.
The salmon-crested cockatoo and many other species inhabiting islands
within Indonesia are found only in those locations, and has resulted in
many of the islands being identified as Endemic Bird Areas (EBAs). This
high degree of unique biodiversity concentrated in these areas makes them
particularly important; thus EBAs represent priority areas for global
conservation. Encroachment by plantation companies, parrot catching for
trade, and illegal logging and the resulting forest degradation are primary
threats to the cockatoo and other species.
In July of 2008, the Service published a notice in the Federal Register
announcing its petition findings for foreign species and announced that the
listing of 30 foreign species, includ ing t he salmon-crested cockatoo, was
warranted based on the best available scientific information.
The Service is seeking additional information on the status of the
salmon-crested cockatoo from all available sources, including peer
reviewers, scientific researchers, conservation and non-government
organizations, government agencies, range countries and individuals.
The Service will accept comments that are received or postmarked on or before February 1, 2010 , about information concerning the species
from interested parties for 60 days after its publication in the Federal
Register. Comments may be submitted at the Federal eRulemaking Portal,
http://www.regulations.gov. (Follow the instructions on the Web page for
submitting comments). To deliver written comments by U.S. mail or
hand-delivery, address to: Public Comments Processing, Attn:
FWS-R9-IA-2009-0028; Division of Policy and Directives Management; U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service; 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 222; Arlington, VA
22203.
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to
conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for
the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and
trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific
excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated
professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our
work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Douglas Krofta, Chief, Branch of
Listing, Endangered Species Program, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203; telephone 703-
358-2171; facsimile 703-358-1735. "
Service Announces Proposal to List the Salmon-crested Cockatoo as
Threatened under Endangered Species Act
It has taken almost 30 yrs to get the Seram cockatoo to be considered for inclusion into the ESA.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced a proposal to protect the
salmon-crested cockatoo of Indonesia as threatened under the Endangered
Species Act (ESA). If made final, the measure would extend ESA protection
to this species. The measure was published in the November 3, 2009, Federal
Register.
Addition of a foreign species to the federal list of threatened and
endangered species places restrictions on the importation of either the
animal or its parts. Listing also serves to heighten awareness of the
importance of conserving the species among foreign governments,
conservation organizations and the public.
The salmon-crested cockatoo (also known as the Seram, Moluccan,
pink-crested, or rose-crested cockatoo) is the largest and the most
striking of Indonesia´s white cockatoos. The cockatoo is believed to prefer
habitat consisting of primary lowland forests and flat or gently sloping
terrain.
The salmon-crested cockatoo and many other species inhabiting islands
within Indonesia are found only in those locations, and has resulted in
many of the islands being identified as Endemic Bird Areas (EBAs). This
high degree of unique biodiversity concentrated in these areas makes them
particularly important; thus EBAs represent priority areas for global
conservation. Encroachment by plantation companies, parrot catching for
trade, and illegal logging and the resulting forest degradation are primary
threats to the cockatoo and other species.
In July of 2008, the Service published a notice in the Federal Register
announcing its petition findings for foreign species and announced that the
listing of 30 foreign species, includ ing t he salmon-crested cockatoo, was
warranted based on the best available scientific information.
The Service is seeking additional information on the status of the
salmon-crested cockatoo from all available sources, including peer
reviewers, scientific researchers, conservation and non-government
organizations, government agencies, range countries and individuals.
The Service will accept comments that are received or postmarked on or before February 1, 2010 , about information concerning the species
from interested parties for 60 days after its publication in the Federal
Register. Comments may be submitted at the Federal eRulemaking Portal,
http://www.regulations.gov. (Follow the instructions on the Web page for
submitting comments). To deliver written comments by U.S. mail or
hand-delivery, address to: Public Comments Processing, Attn:
FWS-R9-IA-2009-0028; Division of Policy and Directives Management; U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service; 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 222; Arlington, VA
22203.
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to
conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for
the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and
trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific
excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated
professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our
work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Douglas Krofta, Chief, Branch of
Listing, Endangered Species Program, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203; telephone 703-
358-2171; facsimile 703-358-1735. "