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Future of Grizzlies in Limbo Amid Leadership Vacancies

5/3/2025

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In Cody, uncertainty looms over the future of grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as the Biden administration's proposal to uphold Endangered Species Act protections faces delays. Leadership vacancies stall crucial decisions, while legislative moves to delist grizzlies continue amid resource struggles for the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team. The meeting also honored the retirement of leader Frank van Manen.

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Story summary

In Cody, uncertainty looms over the future of grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as the Biden administration's proposal to uphold Endangered Species Act protections faces delays. Leadership vacancies stall crucial decisions, while legislative moves to delist grizzlies continue amid resource struggles for the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team. The meeting also honored the retirement of leader Frank van Manen.