Friday, November 8, 2013

California Wind Farm Seeking First Permit to Kill Protected Golden Eagles

CNSNews.com) – A wind farm in the Montezuma Hills region of Northern California is seeking a permit to legally kill up to five golden eagles over the next five years even though the raptors are currently protected under federal law and an international migratory bird treaty.
Noting that “the project contributes to California’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard goals,” the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) has recommended a five-year permit with additional mitigation and monitoring efforts, including the purchase of “conservation credits in an approved mitigation bank.”

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http://cnsnews.com/news/article/barbara-hollingsworth/california-wind-farm-seeking-first-permit-kill-protected-golden

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