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Massachusetts Protects 22 New Endangered Species

1/9/2025

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Massachusetts has taken a significant step in conservation by adding 22 new species, such as the elusive hoary bat and the vibrant golden borer moth, to its Endangered Species Act list. With a total of 453 protected species, this legislation safeguards their future, ensuring that these vulnerable creatures receive the protection they desperately need against threats and habitat loss.

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Massachusetts has taken a significant step in conservation by adding 22 new species, such as the elusive hoary bat and the vibrant golden borer moth, to its Endangered Species Act list. With a total of 453 protected species, this legislation safeguards their future, ensuring that these vulnerable creatures receive the protection they desperately need against threats and habitat loss.