California and Nevada Region
Conserving the Nature of California, Nevada and Klamath Basin

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service established Region 8, formerly the California and Nevada Operations Office (CNO), in 1998 in recognition of the unique natural resource challenges facing California, Nevada and the Klamath Basin. Many of these challenges evolve from the inherently rich biodiversity of this area, coupled with many of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In Region 8, decision-making is placed at the local level, where managers can best develop partnerships with external groups and organizations that contribute to the conservation of fish, wildlife and plant resources for the continuing benefit of the American people. Region 8 is headquartered in Sacramento California.

What's New

CNO is Now Region 8
Region 8 LogoThe California and Nevada Operations Office (CNO) has officially been renamed Region 8 of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Mailing addresses and telephone numbers have not been affected by the name change.

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Recent News Releases

9/12/08 - Service to Host Public Meeting September 30 to Gather Additional Input on Draft Environmental Assessment for the Bitter Creek Grasslands Management and Restoration Plan

9/10/08 - Service Recommends Downlisting One Species; No Change Recommended for Fifteen Others

9/9/08 - Service Seeks Public Input on Proposed Comprehensive Conservation Plan for San Luis and Merced National Wildlife Refuges and Grasslands Wildlife Management Area in Central California

8/26/08 - Critical Habitat Designated for Bay Checkerspot Butterfly

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Last updated: September 12, 2008