New report: A staggering 73% drop in wildlife populations
The loss of vertebrate animals since 1970 is alarming. Whether on land or at sea, wildlife populations are rapidly declining.
Steve
Blackledge
Senior Director, Conservation America Campaign, Environment America
Started on staff: 1991
B.A., Wartburg College
Steve directs Environment America’s efforts to protect our public lands and waters and the species that depend on them. He led our successful campaign to win full and permanent funding for our nation’s best conservation and recreation program, the Land and Water Conservation Fund. He previously oversaw U.S. PIRG’s public health campaigns. Steve lives in Sacramento, California, with his family, where he enjoys biking and exploring Northern California.
Posts by Steve Blackledge
Bald eagles and golden eagles: What are the differences?
North America is home to two eagle species. Learn more about what they eat, where they live, and whether they need protections.
Seeds covered with pesticides are killing bees
150 million acres of America's crops are planted with pesticide coated-seeds that are killing bees. Two states have said enough is enough.
A new, important wildlife corridors bill
Saving America’s wildlife requires us to understand the migrations and daily patterns of animals and to limit the damage caused by roads, fences and buildings.
For struggling butterflies, if it’s not one pesticide, it’s another
Glyphosate drove the decline in monarch butterflies in the past. A new study says neonics are the main culprit in recent butterfly losses in the Midwest.