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FWS Seeks Public Comment on Endangered Species Research and Conservation Permit Applications

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking public input on permit applications for scientific research and conservation activities involving endangered and threatened species across the Midwest and surrounding regions. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Midwest Region, Department of the Interior - Scope of Services: - Permits requested for scientific research and conservation under the Endangered Species Act - Activities include: - Presence/absence surveys - Habitat use documentation - Population monitoring - Capture, handling, and biosampling - Radiotelemetry, banding, and tagging - Captive breeding, release, and relocation - Temporary holding, salvage, and captive rearing - Targeted species include: - Indiana bat, gray bat, northern long-eared bat - Rusty patched bumble bee - Multiple freshwater mussel species - Additional endangered and threatened species (e.g., butterflies, snakes, beetles) - Applicants: - State agencies, universities, zoos, environmental consulting firms, and individual researchers - Permit Actions: - Includes renewals, amendments, and new applications - Notable Requirements: - Public and agency comments are requested before permits are issued - Emphasis on quantitative information or studies in submitted comments - All activities must comply with the Endangered Species Act and 50 CFR part 17 - Geographic Scope: - Activities span multiple states: Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia - No specific products or OEMs are identified, as this is a permit and research activity opportunity

Description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has received applications for permits to conduct scientific research aimed at promoting conservation or enhancing the propagation or survival of endangered or threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The notice invites public and agency comments on these applications before any permits are issued. The activities include capture, handling, monitoring, and other scientific procedures on various endangered species. Comments must be received by June 3, 2026, and will be considered in the permit issuance process.

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