ESA Recovery Plans

ESA Recovery Plans are strategies developed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to help species that are at risk of extinction. These plans outline specific actions needed to protect and restore critical habitats, improve populations, and ensure the long-term survival of the species. They involve collaboration among federal agencies, state governments, and other stakeholders. Recovery plans set measurable goals and timelines, providing a roadmap for conservation efforts to prevent species decline and promote biodiversity, ultimately aiming to remove species from the endangered list when they are sufficiently recovered.