For the last 15 years, the Endangered Species UPDATE has been
the primary forum for discussion and dialogue on current, sometimes
contentious, endangered species issues. In order to be a forum
for discussion, however, we need to hear from you. The UPDATE
often publishes opinion pieces, such as John Kostyak's The
Need for HCP Reform: Five Points of Consensus (this issue),
that represent one person's or organization's analysis of endangered
species policy or science.
Such pieces can be catalysts for discussion
among those working in the fields of endangered species policy
and science. The UPDATE can, and should, be an effective vehicle
for participation.
If you read something with which you particularly
disagree- or agree- please let us know. We will all benefit from
your contribution to this ongoing dialogue.