Abandoned nests reveal gaps in Illinois' ability to protect endangered bird species
The black-crowned night heron is a wetland bird found throughout North America but considered endangered in Illinois.
Source: herald-review.com
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Abandoned heron nests show gaps in endangered species protections
As the state Environmental Protection Act marks its 50th anniversary, state officials and environmental advocates say IDNR’s reviews are hindered by incomplete records and a staff slashed by nearly half compared with two decades ago.
Source: chicagotribune.com