The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is responsible for identifying those species that are in need of protection under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). The Service will be making a determination on whether two species of freshwater mussels (Mexican fawnsfoot and Salina mucket) warrant protections under the Act. These freshwater mussels are endemic to western Texas in the Rio Grande and Pecos river basin.
How citizen participation supports water sustainability
This panel discussion explored how citizen science empowers communities to contribute to water sustainability efforts. Experts highlighted the value of citizen participation in data collection and analysis, particularly for water quality monitoring.
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