Northern spotted owls (Strix occidentalis caurina) have been located at 1628 California sites in recent years, and their populations are believed to be declining. California spotted owls {S. o. occidentalis) have been located at 1799 sites, and although their population trends are uncertain, key habitat components are declining. Due to legal challenges and lengthy planning efforts, several important protective management strategies for the northern spotted owl have not been fully implemented. An interim management strategy for the California spotted owl recently was implemented. Significant challenges face agencies attempting to achieve stable management regimes.
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