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Gila National Forest, NM

Significant portions of Animas Creek in the heart of Gila National Forest are now protected from potential development, thanks to an agreement that The Conservation Fund negotiated between a private landowner and the U.S. Forest Service. More than 520 acres on six inholdings, which provide important habitat for a hybrid species of the Rio Grande cutthroat trout, were transferred to the agency.

Regional Scorecard - Southwest
Acres Protected: 1,127,114
Fair Market Value: $159,285,102
Acquisition Cost: $112,213,326
Total Acres Conserved Since 1985: 1,127,114
Spotlight - East Texas

Texas Pineywoods

Dubbed the "biological crossroads of North America," Big Thicket attracts hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy its lush forests, cypress swamps, creeks and bayous. We now have the opportunity to protect the forests of Big Thicket and celebrate the cultural and historic treasures of the Texas Pineywoods region.
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