US Fish and Wildlife Service expands Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge boundary to 7 million acres, protecting 700,000 acres for wildlife, funded by Land & Water Conservation Fund and duck stamp sales.
The US Fish and Wildlife Service has finalized plans to expand the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge's boundary to 7 million acres, aiming to protect 700,000 acres of land for wildlife, especially migratory birds. The expansion will be funded by the Land & Water Conservation Fund and duck stamp sales. Critics argue it could negatively impact local economies, but the service claims it will boost tourism.
June 28, 2024
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