The northern map turtle is one of three threatened species in Kansas recommended for downlisting after strides in research. (Missouri Department of Conservation) TOPEKA — A lizard, a turtle and ...

A Nov. 21 proposal to the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission recommended downgrading the classifications of the broadhead skink, the northern map turtle and the shoal chub from threatened to ...

The northern map turtle is one of three threatened species in Kansas recommended for downlisting after strides in research. (Missouri Department of Conservation) TOPEKA — A lizard, a turtle and a fish ...

The northern map turtle is one of three threatened species in Kansas recommended for downlisting after strides in research. Photo by Missouri Department of Conservation TOPEKA — A lizard, a turtle and ...

Researchers across the state have discovered significant increases in the three species’ known populations. Jordan Hofmeier, ecological services director for the Kansas Department of Wildlife ...

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The northern map turtle is one of three threatened species in Kansas recommended for downlisting after strides in research. (Missouri Department of Conservation) ...