The panel's finding that federal protections of smelt and salmon are scientifically justified, but that factors other than pumping could also contribute to their decline, fuels both sides. |
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The Amazon's 'museum of nature' is being preserved through a program that rewards those who participate in rain-forest preservation.
Photography and audio by Brian Vander Brug / Los Angeles Times
Discovery of rare wildflower in Ballona Wetlands could halt recreation project
Environmental groups ask the city of L.A. to cease construction of a walkway after thousands of nearly extinct Orcutt's yellow pincushions are found.
U.N. body rejects ban on polar bear trade
The U.S. backed the proposal to stop sales of fur, teeth and claws, arguing that the bears were already declining from climate change. Some northern countries and aboriginal people were opposed to the ban.
Scientists side with smelt, salmon protections
A panel with the National Academy of Sciences says measures taken to save the fish that have also curbed water supplies from the Sacramento-San Joaquin delta are scientifically justified.
Mining proposal maddens Duarte
Concerned about increased air pollution and a marred landscape, many residents in the community next to the San Gabriels are protesting a firm's plan to relocate operations to a scenic ridge.
Orcas have big brains to go with their brawn
Interest in killer whales has surged since one killed a Florida trainer. Researchers are amazed by their intellect and communication skills.
1.6 million acres in 27 California counties set aside as frog habitat
Two previous efforts to set aside a protected area for the red-legged frog were thwarted.
Surge in rhino poaching devastates African populations
Organized gangs decimate Zimbabwe herds and may wipe out South Africa's endangered black rhinos within a decade. Ranchers trying to save the animals find heartbreak amid carcasses shorn of horns.
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