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What are the 3 main objectives of the Endangered Species Act (ESA)?
What are the 3 main objectives of the Endangered Species Act (ESA)?
The conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of biological diversity components, and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits from utilization.
In what year did Congress pass the Endangered Species Act (ESA)?
In what year did Congress pass the Endangered Species Act (ESA)?
1973
What does the ESA define in terms of species categorization?
What does the ESA define in terms of species categorization?
The ESA defines 'endangered' and 'threatened' species.
Which animals are eligible for protection under the ESA?
Which animals are eligible for protection under the ESA?
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What prohibitions did the ESA apply to endangered animal species?
What prohibitions did the ESA apply to endangered animal species?
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What is the primary purpose of the ESA?
What is the primary purpose of the ESA?
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What year was the Endangered Species Preservation Act passed by Congress?
What year was the Endangered Species Preservation Act passed by Congress?
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What amendment to the Act prohibited the importation and subsequent sale of species in danger of 'worldwide extinction'?
What amendment to the Act prohibited the importation and subsequent sale of species in danger of 'worldwide extinction'?
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When did the Convention on Biological Diversity enter into force?
When did the Convention on Biological Diversity enter into force?
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What is the main focus of the Convention on Biological Diversity?
What is the main focus of the Convention on Biological Diversity?
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What is the purpose of the Convention on Biological Diversity as stated in the text?
What is the purpose of the Convention on Biological Diversity as stated in the text?
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Which government departments were tasked with protecting listed species under the Endangered Species Preservation Act?
Which government departments were tasked with protecting listed species under the Endangered Species Preservation Act?
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