On Jan 7th, 2014 the Ministry of the Environment’s proposed strategy for the recovery of this small seabird was opened to public review. This review was brought about by a legal pressure from several environmental groups which challenged the long delays that have occurred in bringing forth these strategies for several species according to the requirements of the Species At Risk Act.
The marbled murrelet is reliant on old growth forests in our region, and on feeding grounds in our marine environment.
The SCCA has submitted a letter of comment on the proposed strategy.