Federal Register #PER29506281

Permit Application to Import 19 Captive-Born Tigers for Endangered Species Propagation

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, is reviewing a permit application from The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado for the import of 19 captive-born tigers. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Department of the Interior) - OEM/Vendor: - Fundacion Ecologica Zoo (Argentina) as the source of the tigers - Products/Services Requested: - Import of 19 captive-born tigers (Panthera tigris) - No part numbers or manufactured products; request is for live animals - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations - Purpose is to enhance propagation or survival of the species - Public comment period required before permit issuance - Place of Performance/Delivery: - The Wild Animal Sanctuary, Keenesburg, CO - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service office, Falls Church, VA

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has received an application from The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, CO, requesting authorization to import 19 captive-born tigers from Argentina. This permit application is for activities involving foreign species listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The public is invited to comment on this application by May 1, 2026, before a final decision is made regarding permit issuance. Comments can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or U.S. Mail as specified in the notice.

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