🐸Implications of Endangered Species Habitat Designation for Businesses
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for Four Distinct Population Segments of the Foothill Yellow-Legged Frog; Reopening of the Comment Period
Summary
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, announce that we are reopening the comment period for the proposed rule to designate critical habitat for four distinct population segments (DPSs) of the foothill yellow-legged frog (Rana boylii) under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). In total, approximately 760,071 acres (307,590 hectares) in California fall within the boundaries of the proposed critical habitat designation. Comments previously submitted on the proposed rule need not be resubmitted as they are already incorporated into the public record for the rulemaking action and will be fully considered in our development of the final rule.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- Fish and Wildlife Service
Business Impact
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The proposed rule involves regulatory requirements for businesses that may impact habitat-related activities in California, particularly for those in sectors such as real estate, agriculture, or environmental consulting. Compliance with new habitat designations could require additional assessments or modifications to operational practices.