The Florida Keys mole skink is now an endangered species
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has officially listed the Florida Keys mole skink as an endangered species. This lizard subspecies lives in the Florida Keys.
Why it matters: This is a formal regulatory change that moves the skink from a list of species at risk to a legally protected status, which triggers specific federal conservation requirements.
Who it affects
- Landowners or developers working in areas where these lizards live in the Florida Keys
This action was taken by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; readers should consult the Federal Register for the full official text before relying on this information.
Agency: Interior Department, Fish and Wildlife Service
Source: Federal Register — read the official document