Emily Puckett, University of Missouri-Columbia (IMAGE)

University of Missouri-Columbia

Emily Puckett, University of Missouri-Columbia

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Emily Puckett, who recently received her doctorate in the Division of Biological Sciences in the MU College of Arts and Science, found that many species are encountering much longer wait times before receiving the endangered designation. Scientists studying the ESA believe that delays could lead to less global biodiversity.

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Melody Kroll, MU Division of Biological Sciences

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