Commission adopts state endangered classification for Island Marble butterfly
The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission voted Dec. 12 to adopt staff-recommended state endangered classification for the Island Marble butterfly, citing a single known population on San Juan Island and an estimated 300–500 individuals; staff said federal protections already exist and tools are in place to work with private landowners.
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Chair Anderson opened discussion on the Island Marble butterfly after a staff presentation and the commission voted to adopt a state endangered classification as presented by staff.
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