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Posted: 02/07/10

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is proposing rule changes that would elevate the status of the Northern cricket frog from rare to endangered. The Northern cricket frog, which has been found in Luzerne County, was extirpated from 92 percent of its historical range in the state. There are six remaining locations that have become severely fragmented, adding to the risk of the species’ survival. Two of the remaining sites are located in heavily disturbed landscapes with uncertain futures. In addition, the agency is also considering elevating the Northern redbelly dace and the blue-spotted salamander as endangered. The agency is currently accepting public comment on the proposals. To comment, go to www.fish.state.pa.us/rulemakings/215nprp.pdf to read the legislation, then visit www.fish.state.pa.us/promo/form/regulation_comments.htm to log in a comment. When submitting a comment, be sure to include PFBC Proposed Rulemaking #215 in the field. Comments must be submitted by Feb. 16.


Source: http://www.timesleader.com/sports/extras/83747117.html

*Note-the Blue-Spotted Salamander is not listed on my site as a native species but has apparently strayed in PA.