Arizona
Rare wetland plant found in Arizona now listed as endangered
PHOENIX (AP) – A uncommon plant that relies on wetlands for survival is now on the federal endangered species listing. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service revealed a call Friday to listing the Arizona eryngo as endangered.
The company additionally put aside about 13 acres in southern Arizona as vital habitat. The choice comes years after environmentalists petitioned after which sued to realize safety for the plant with cream-colored spherical flower heads. Environmentalists say the choice will enhance efforts to guard the San Pedro River, which is the final free-flowing river in Arizona.
The wetland plant relies on springs from deep aquifers that nourish the river and is threatened by the over-pumping of groundwater.
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