Feds protect endangered mussels’ habitats in Pa., other states
- Posted on April 24, 2026
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Feds protect endangered mussels’ habitats in Pa., other states
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has designated approximately 3,814 river miles as critical habitat for four endangered freshwater mussel species across 17 states, including Pennsylvania. The designation covers occupied habitat for the rayed bean, sheepnose, snuffbox and spectaclecase mussels. Critical habitat designation does not affect land ownership, create reserves or protected areas, ...
