Charles River Laboratories, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and Conservation Groups Announce Agreement to Enhance Protections for Horseshoe Crabs and Red Knots
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Jeudi, août 24, 2023
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In addition, Charles River agrees to continue to refrain from collecting and processing horseshoe crabs from all areas of the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge.
Key Points:
- In addition, Charles River agrees to continue to refrain from collecting and processing horseshoe crabs from all areas of the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge.
- Our agreement allows for continued conservation of both horseshoe crabs and red knots, while maintaining the security of the biomedical supply chain.
- Robert Boyles, Executive Director, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, added: "Stewardship of South Carolina's public trust resources is a team sport.
- We are glad that Charles River has agreed to increased protections for red knots and to conduct its operations in South Carolina in a more sustainable way."