Question

Endangered & Threatened Species of Utah
California condor (Gymnogyps californianus)
Summarize key events from the timeline
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Answer 1

Key events in the timeline of the California condor in Utah include:

1. **1980s**: The California condor population declines drastically due to habitat loss and lead poisoning, prompting conservation efforts.
2. **1987**: The last wild condors are captured for a breeding program, marking a critical point in the species' recovery initiative.
3. **1996**: Captive breeding efforts yield success, and several condors are released into the wild in California and Arizona.
4. **2000s**: Reintroduction efforts expand to include areas in Utah as part of a broader population recovery strategy.
5. **Present**: Continued monitoring and conservation measures are in place as the species remains endangered, but numbers show gradual improvement.