Endangered Ocean: The Endangered Species Act

Tryptic of a coral reef, ice shelf, and seal on a beach. Caption: Endangered Species Act. Caption: under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.

Many endangered animals are protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. The Endangered Species Act of 1973 is one of the most effective conservation laws in the United States. Using science-based management plans, it has prevented the extinction of 99% of the species it protects. Part of the "Endangered Ocean" series.

(Source: DCMP)

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  • Endangered Ocean: The Endangered Species Act

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    OER
    Author:
    National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
    Length:
    3 minutes