US Interior Department

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service has a history of managing public lands. Established in 1905, the Forest Service has numerous regional offices that manage more than 150 national forests and grasslands. The districts construct and maintain trails, operate campgrounds, regulate grazing, patrol wilderness areas, and manage vegetation and wildlife habitat. The Forest Service also has regional research stations, including the International Institute of Tropical Forestry and Forest Products Laboratory. It also provides funding and technical assistance to nonfederal landowners through a branch called State and Private Forestry. The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service maintains an office in Albuquerque, N.M.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is operated by the Department of the Interior. The organization works for the conservation, development and management of the United States fish and wildlife resources. It is responsible for the protection of endangered species. The organization also provides opportunities to understand, appreciate and use fish and wildlife resources for the general public. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service offers law enforcement services. The organization is also responsible managing migratory birds and restoring fisheries. It works for the conservation of wetlands and employs more than 7,400 people. The department operates international conservation, environmental quality, and safety and health divisions. In addition, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service manages an over 90-million-acre National Wildlife Refuge System.

The US Fish and Wildlife Service in Albuquerque, NM is dedicated to conserving, protecting, and enhancing fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the benefit of the American people. With over 560 national wildlife refuges, 70 national fish hatcheries, and thousands of active conservation projects, the organization's nearly 8,000 employees work tirelessly to ensure the sustainability of natural resources. Through partnerships, initiatives, and various programs, the US Fish and Wildlife Service focuses on combating wildlife trafficking, addressing climate change, managing species, and engaging the public in conservation efforts. Their mission is to work collaboratively with others to safeguard the environment and promote the well-being of diverse ecosystems across the country. Generated from the website