ON SEPTEMBER 26TH, 1981, A SPECIES THOUGHT TO BE EXTINCT WAS REDISCOVERED. IN THAT MOMENT, THE BLACK-FOOTED FERRET WAS GIVEN ANOTHER CHANCE FOR EXISTENCE. FOUR DECADES LATER, CONSERVATION EFFORTS CONTINUE TO WORK TOWARDS RECOVERING POPULATIONS OF BLACK-FOOTED FERRETS ON PRAIRIE ECOSYSTEMS ACROSS WESTERN NORTH AMERICA. |
Blackfootedferret.org is designed to be a clearinghouse of information dedicated to the conservation of this species. Explore this website to find the most up-to-date and accurate information pertaining to the endangered black-footed ferret and learn about ongoing efforts to recover this unique mammal. |
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SPECIES INFORMATION
The black-footed ferret is a unique species with a unique conservation story. To learn more about this specialist predator and the recovery efforts required to save the black-footed ferret from extinction, select from our educational resource pages listed below.
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A COLLABORTIVE PATH TO RECOVERY
The conservation of black-footed ferrets is a cumulation of efforts by state, federal, tribal, non-profit, and private organizations throughout North America.
CURRENT
RESEARCH
RESEARCH
Contemporary research on black-footed ferrets is multi-faceted and includes topics ranging from disease management, captive-breeding techniques, genetics, and survey methodology, among others. These research topics are primarily focused on overcoming the challenges currently facing recovery efforts for black-footed ferrets.
RECOVERY
RESOURCES
RESOURCES
Various tools help guide conservation and management of black-footed ferret populations throughout North America. These technical resources are designed for use by wildlife professional actively engaged in recovery efforts.
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Featured Articles
A selection of featured articles highlighting black-footed ferret recovery efforts throughout North America.
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For more articles, visit our full collection of black-footed ferret articles.
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