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Every weekday morning CAI brings you coverage of local issues, news, and stories that matter. Join us for Morning Edition from 6 a.m. to 9a.m., with Kathryn Eident.

State Officials Want More Options When Protecting Shore Birds, Promoting Recreation

Audobon.org
Current regulations do not allow wildlife managers to move protected shore bird nests, but state officials are looking for a change.

State wildlife officials are applying for a federal permit to allow more flexibility in managing piping plover habitat on state and town land.

Federal law prohibits any activity that may put piping plover at risk -- the permit would help managers find a balance between protecting this endangered bird and allowing humans access to the beaches the birds nest on. The U.S. Fisheries and Wildlife Service is taking public comment on the state's proposal through February 19th.

 

Kathryn Eident was the Morning Edition Host and Senior Producer of News until November 2022.