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Lesser Prairie Chicken no longer considered endangered species, protections removed
6+ hour, 37+ min ago (102+ words) LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Oil companies and ranchers across West Texas are celebrating a change in status for a previously endangered species. The Less Prairie Chicken is no longer considered an endangered species. Back in 2022, after 30 years of lawsuits, the U.S. Fish…...
Lubbock health officials urge caution around sick or dead birds during migration season
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (442+ words) LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) -Lubbock health officials are advising residents to exercise caution when encountering sick or dead birds as migratory species move through the area. Dr. Katherine Wells, Director of Public Health, recommends specific safety protocols for anyone who discovers…...