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Swainson's Hawk Delisting Battle | Oakland News
California’s push to delist the Swainson’s hawk from the endangered species list is sparking a fierce debate between developers and conservationists. Once on the brink of extinction in the 80s, the bird’s population has surged from 1,800 to over 18,000 nesting pairs—yet builders argue its protections hinder housing development. Wildlife experts counter that proposed developments, like Solano County’s “walkable city,” threaten critical habitats. This petition marks the first delisting attempt since the peregrine falcon in 2009, with the state commission having months to review—and if approved…
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