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New memo excludes accidental killings from 'take' definition
Original: New memo excludes accidental killings from ‘take’ definition
A new memo redefines 'take' under wildlife law so that accidental killings of protected animals no longer count as violations. The change, reported by The Wildlife Society, could significantly affect how incidental deaths from activities like development or energy projects are regulated. Conservation groups are expected to challenge the narrower interpretation.
Why now: The redefinition of 'take' weakens legal protections for wildlife, sparking concern among conservationists
Evidence
- New memo excludes accidental killings from ‘take’ definition · The Wildlife Society
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