Biden administration decides habitat for threatened ice-dependent seals
An area roughly the size of Texas, from the Northern Bering to Southern Beaufort seas will be critical habitat for ringed and bearded seals.
April 1, 2022
780
The Biden administration on Thursday announced its designation of critical habitat for two threatened species of ice-dependent Alaska seals, ending a decade-long battle over habitat protections for the Arctic marine mammals.
Access to content from the Arctic Knowledge Archives is available to Passport holders only.
Arctic Today is a non-profit organization, supported by donations from readers like you. While we strongly believe in giving free access to current news for all readers, we reserve content older than one year for our supporters. All individual contributions of at least $20/month or $150/year will receive a Passport to the Arctic Knowledge Archives. Help us drive the leading non-profit editorial team dedicated to delivering context, information and analysis about events in the Arctic.
Already have a Passport? Sign in
choose your level of support and unlock your Arctic Passport.
- Monthly
- Annually
- Groups & Institutions
Individual Annual
$150.00
Year
Individual Monthly
$20.00
Month
Individual Monthly
$20.00
0
Individual Yearly
$150.00
0
