Pacific Southwest Region
Region 8, the Pacific Southwest Region, was established 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. The Pacific-Southwest Region places decision-making 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.
We will continue to be a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals, and commitment to public service. Region 8 is headquartered in Sacramento, Calif.
PACIFIC SOUTHWEST HIGHLIGHTS
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SCEP Students Hone Wildlife Chops in California's State Capitol
Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) participants Maria Rabot and Katherine Sun wanted to get their hands dirty this summer, and that's exactly what they did while living and working in California's State Capitol. Both found their days with the 3-year-old office packed with the hands-on action they sought. See the full story...
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Nevadan David Spicer Receives Service's Citizen's Award
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service presented David Spicer of Beatty, Nevada, with the Service Citizen's Award for his efforts to conserve and restore habitat for the Amargosa toad in rural Nye County, Nevada. This award commends private citizens and organizations for their significant contributions to the mission and goals of the Service. See the full story...
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Youth Conservation Corps Helps Bay Area Refuges Save Habitat, Wildlife
For the third straight year, the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex hosted a crew of high school students as part of the national Youth Conservation Corps, a program started in 1970 to introduce young people to careers in natural resource management. This year's crew of eight students came from Menlo Park and East Palo Alto, Calif. See the full story...
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First Successful Bald Eagle Nesting at Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge
A bald eagle taking his first flight was quite a momentous occasion at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. The rapro was the first bald eagle known to be born on the Sacramento NWR, according to refuge staff.
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Recent News Releases
- Sep 26, 2012 - Service Proposes to Protect the Mt. Charleston blue butterfly and Five Similar Butterflies Under the Endangered Species Act
- Sep 26, 2012 - Service Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Permit Authorizing Harrassment of Southern Sea Otters Near San Luis Obispo County
- Sep 13, 2012 - New Plan Will Help Tiny Foxes Continue Big Steps Toward Recovery
- Sep 13, 2012 - New Report Shows Rise in Hunting, Fishing and Wildlife-Related Recreation Participation in 28 States