Article III Endangered Migratory Species: Appendix I

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3.

a)

reliable evidence, including the best scientific evidence available, indicates that the species is no longer endangered, and

b)

the species is not likely to become endangered again because of loss of protection due to its removal from Appendix I.

4.

a)

to conserve and, where feasible and appropriate, restore those habitats of the species which are of importance in removing the species from danger of extinction;

b)

to prevent, remove, compensate for or minimize, as appropriate, the adverse effects of activities or obstacles that seriously impede or prevent the migration of the species; and

c)

to the extent feasible and appropriate, to prevent, reduce or control factors that are endangering or are likely to further endanger the species, including strictly controlling the introduction of, or controlling or eliminating, already introduced exotic species.

5.

a)

the taking is for scientific purposes;

b)

the taking is for the purpose of enhancing the propagation or survival of the affected species;

c)

the taking is to accommodate the needs of traditional subsistence users of such species; or

d)

extraordinary circumstances so require:

provided that such exceptions are precise as to content and limited in space and time. Such taking should not operate to the disadvantage of the species.

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