BLM strengthens management of greater sage-grouse habitat
The Bureau of Land Management has signed records of decision to enhance greater sage-grouse conservation on public lands in Colorado and Oregon. The approved habitat conservation measures will support Western communities and also benefit more than 350 other wildlife species. These two plan amendments are part of a range-wide approach developed in coordination with 10 states, Tribes, local communities, and the public to enhance conservation for greater sage-grouse.
The BLM has also completed the administrative process for the North Dakota, South Dakota, and California records of decision, and is prepared to issue RODs for those three states.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.