Researchers with the Nature Conservancy, Audubon Society and University of Montana have issued a study finding that oil and gas development in the west could significantly reduce the sage grouse population, according to this NYT article. In terms of timing, the Administration is expected to determine whether the sage grouse should be listed as an endangered species in February.
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