Fish and Wildlife Service changes status of Hawaiian stilt from endangered to threatened
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is changing the classification of the Hawaiian stilt (also known as kukuluae’o or ae’o) from “endangered” to “threatened.”
Why it matters: This is a status change that reflects improved population numbers for the bird, though it still requires federal protection to prevent it from becoming endangered again.
Who it affects
- land owners and developers in Hawaii where these birds live
This action was taken by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; readers should consult the Federal Register for the full text before relying on this information.
Agency: Interior Department, Fish and Wildlife Service
Source: Federal Register — read the official document