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Policy Design, Analysis, and Evaluation
Stephen F. Austin State University
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A Policy Analysis Of The Endangered Species Act, Kendall Beggs
A Policy Analysis Of The Endangered Species Act, Kendall Beggs
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The goal of this thesis was to identify and analyze common characteristics that are shared by recovering species listed in the Endangered Species Act (ESA). NatureServe population data was used to determine which listed species were recovering, and a logistic regression analysis was performed to identify which aspects of the ESA most contribute to recovery. Of the 747 species tested, only 24% had a population that was stable or improving. Time listed and classification group were found to significantly influence recovery, and recovery plan presence and critical habitat designation also increase the odds of recovery. The analysis found no relationship …