Members
of Congress just tragically denied two more species
protections under the Endangered Species Act
(ESA).
It's
clear that the Northern long-eared bat and Lesser
prairie-chickens need protections, and soon. In the past
20 years, 99% of Northern long-eared bat
populations have died off. Meanwhile, Lesser
prairie-chickens have faced a population decline of
97%.
But anti-wildlife politicians
used the Congressional Review Act to block them from
being listed under the ESA.
The
Lesser prairie-chicken is known for its
extravagant mating rituals, which
include brilliant jumps in the air, drumming on the
ground, and the flashing of its bright orange air sacs.
The Northern long-eared bat, on the other hand, can live
up to 18 years and is easily identified by its
adorable, long, floppy ears.
But if President Biden doesn't act
soon, we could lose both of these species forever.
Sign the
petition now to tell President Biden: veto the
Congressional Review Act and protect these beloved
species before it is too
late!