NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY & DELAWARE SUED FOR FAILING TO PROTECT ENDANGERED ATLANTIC STURGEON

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New York, New Jersey & Delaware sued for failing to protect endangered Atlantic sturgeon

The Hudson Riverkeeper and Delaware Riverkeeper Network filed the lawsuit, alleging the states have not obtained the necessary permits, and have allowed the endangered fish to be caught in fishing nets.

News 12 Staff----Jul 23, 2024, 6:35 AM

New York state is now a defendant in a lawsuit accusing it, along with New Jersey and Delaware, of failing to protect the endangered Atlantic sturgeon.

The Hudson Riverkeeper and Delaware Riverkeeper Network filed the lawsuit, alleging the states have not obtained the necessary permits, and have allowed the endangered fish to be caught in fishing nets.
Officials warn that fewer than 250 spawning adults remain in the Delaware River, highlighting the urgency of the situation. MORE AT New York, New Jersey & Delaware sued for failing to protect endangered Atlantic sturgeon (news12.com)

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