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Story: Biologists Struggle to Save the Spotted Owl , 12/18/07
1. For how many years has the spotted owl been on the endangered species list?
2. What species has moved into the spotted owl's habitat in recent years, competing with the spotted owl for food and resources?
3. What do members of the timber industry think about the issue of prohibiting logging in the spotted owl's habitat, and how does the barred owl factor into their argument?
4. Do biologists such as David Wiens think logging should be allowed in the spotted owl's habitat? Why or why not?
5. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's recovery team has become embroiled in a political controversy over its spotted owl recovery plan. Briefly explain the difference between the first and second versions of the recovery plan.
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