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ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT SECTION 7 PROGRAM
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- Section 7 Consultation Process
- Federal agencies are required to consult with the NMFS (or FWS) when actions they fund, authorize or carry out may effect any listed species under the ESA.
- Section 7(a)1 of the ESA requires all Federal agencies to use their authorities to conduct conservation programs.
- Section7(a)2 requires all Federal agencies to ensure their actions are not likely to jeopardize the continued existence of any endangered or threatened species.
- Consultations pursuant to Section 7 of the ESA are conducted with Federal action agencies to avoid, minimize or mitigate the impacts of their activities on listed species.
- NMFS also reviews non-Federal activities which may affect species listed under the ESA and issues permits under section 10 for the incidental take of those species and for scientific research and enhancement purposes.
- Informal vs Formal Consultations
- Informal consultation with NMFS assists the Federal agency in determining whether their action may adversely affect a species listed under the ESA.
- If NMFS finds the Federal agency’s action may adversely affect a listed species or critical habitat, Formal Consultation is Required.
- Biological Opinions Organized by Consulting Agency
- FERC
- EPA
- ACOE
- NMFS
- Navy
- Coast Guard
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Last Updated:
April 1, 2008
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