4(d) Rule

The 4(d) Rule refers to a specific provision in the Endangered Species Act in the United States. It allows the Fish and Wildlife Service to create regulations that provide protections or management measures for threatened species. Essentially, this rule enables the government to prohibit certain activities that could harm these species, but it can also allow for flexibility in conservation efforts. It’s a tool to balance the needs of wildlife conservation with human interests, ensuring that actions detrimental to the species are limited while still allowing for economic development and land use when appropriate.