From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: can you not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 9:59:40 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

please can you not downlist or delist panthers from Endangered SpeciesAct protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Dr. a houlson--, ON m5v3s6

ahoulson@hotmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 11:30:22 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

KEEP PANTHERS WHERE THEY ARE ON THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Louise Fornal1533 Helme CresPrince Albert, SK S6V 6G6

blgunter@shaw.ca

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Do the right thing! Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 10:00:14 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Kristen Miele401 Taylor AveColumbus, OH 43203-1224

kristenmiele9@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Don"t downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 8:30:21 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Pilar Arevalo3900 Herschel StJacksonville, FL 32205-9241

pilar.arevalo3@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Florida panthers: please do not downlist or delist from the Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 5:28:59 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. Michael Stolte436 W Gladstone St Apt 147Glendora, CA 91740-5520

michaelworksca@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: I really hope you"re listening.Date: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 11:59:27 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered SpeciesAct.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

It bore repeating.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Dr. Andrea Chisari3195 Keith LnMims, FL 32754-5679

chisaria@att.net

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Keep panthers protectedDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 12:00:20 AM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Kaitlin Towner2020 Sherman Ave Apt 1Evanston, IL 60201-6133

kaittown-sp@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Panthers/Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 11:29:47 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

PLEASE make sure these beautiful animals survive!

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Sharon Callahan106 Prestwick CtMontgomery, TX 77316-1446

sharonacat@consolidated.net

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please ,ou know how killing happy many men are - just for fun..Please do not downlist or delist panthers from

the Endangered ...Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 9:59:22 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

You must keep the Florida panther on the endangered list. You know howkilling makes so many men happy - especially if it is easy......pleasekeepl the Florida panther on the endangered list -even that doesn't protect animals much - these men don't care aboutthe law - imagine that dentist - luring Ciecel off the safe territoryand blinding him with a light so he couldn't see him......and theyactually call this hunting? Do what you can to help save the animalsand the planet. Have you seen Beatriz at Dinner yet. Please do - andthink about all the animals - important to the balance in nature - and,like bees, to our survival. During the five-year review for thisspecies, please do not downlist or delist panthers from EndangeredSpecies Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Olson JudithPO Box 228Bowling Green, OH 43402-0228

jdavids@bgsu.edu

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please continue to support Florida panthers on the Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 11:01:54 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection. Especially now,with the latest threat of the non-native pythons and boa constrictorsnakes! These snakes are a threat to the panthers food sources andlives to create the next generation.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Sharon Verea5740 S Leonard TerInverness, FL 34452-8493

sharbear216@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please Do NOT Downlist or Delist Florida Panthers from the ESADate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 6:59:22 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

Large mammalian predators are essential to their ecosystems as apexpredators, and further endangering the Florida panther would threatenother species in its habitat. We must try and keep nature as balancedas possible even as human development continues. Please keep thisiconic wild animal protected.

Thank you for you time,

Sincerely,

Ms. Madeleine JonesHUB 1066 Dickinson College, 28 North College StreetCarlisle, PA 17013

jonesmaddie929@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist our unique Florida panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Wednesday, August 9, 2017 10:30:38 AM

Aug 9, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

While a very slight rise in overall numbers has been noted over thepast 20 years, this has only been accomplished with tight Federalcontrols. In addition, it's a well known fact that a stable, healthy,genetically diversified breeding population of any animal can not beachieved with fewer than 300 individuals. And that's a best casescenario where the entire group have access to each other. In the caseof the Florida Panther, there are some small groups that are isolatedand therefore subject to dying off from the diseases associated withinbreeding.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist Florida panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Mary Nall1038 Langston LnHavana, FL 32333-3957

nallfam1@bellsouth.net

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:17 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Barbara De Laney-Smith5 Old Mill RdHolmdel, NJ 07733-2314

delaneysmith@msn.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:22 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Janet Kroeze10894 SW 90th CtOcala, FL 34481-9740

janetkroeze@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:24 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. al coury6817 Woodgrain CtOcoee, FL 34761-8124

al@alcourymagic.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:29 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Dawn Kaiser2457 Lull Water DrFayetteville, NC 28306-4521

kdawn_kaiser@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:30 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. Duncan Brown28 Summit DrCanyon, TX 79015-1712

dbrown1414@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:30 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Alyssa del Rosario4921 Collomia CtSan Jose, CA 95111-3806

alygator@protonmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:32 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Susan Korman4788 16th St SWByron Center, MI 49315-9101

susan.korman@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:35 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Elizabeth Landsberg42 Waterside CloseEastchester, NY 10709-5665

bettylandsberg@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:38 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. MaryRose Hollie2207 Andy PlNampa, ID 83651-7556

hollie57vm@q.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:39 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Their numbers are hardly compatible with thriving population, delistingthem would drive them to extinction.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Dr. mary Durando523 Chesterville RdLandenberg, PA 19350-1575

mdurando2004@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:39 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Cheri Wiener2900 Marlington RdWaterford Township, MI 48329-3648

furrypal@aol.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:47 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Cindy Witt1723 Prospect Ave NEOlympia, WA 98506-4550

cindylu1954@hotmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:51 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Geri PicherPO Box 1073Langley, WA 98260-1073

gerip@whidbey.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:43:53 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Rowina Molina-Ley242 5th AveSan Francisco, CA 94118-2362

molinaley83@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:03 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Dr. Artemis Celt816 H StPort Townsend, WA 98368-5112

galacticflare@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:04 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Miss Diana GutierrezJoaquin mucel 12Mexico, None 53840

dianapgguerra@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:06 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Alicia Tran3613 Rox Place CtSan Jose, CA 95121-1941

tranac@hotmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:07 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Amy McKendree302 Mary Scott DrGoose Creek, SC 29445-3505

rebelmom1999@hotmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:14 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Gina Strafford-Ahmed336 Russellwood CtSchaumburg, IL 60193-1096

grs69rhea@yahoo.com

mailto:humanesociety@hsus.orgmailto:david_shindle@fws.gov

From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:15 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Cheryl Paine-O'Connor1826 Schlegel RdWebster, NY 14580-9512

iluvperc@rochester.rr.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:17 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. Raymond T. Bissonnette143 Dahlia StMahtomedi, MN 55115-1612

raymondtb@q.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:28 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection. All animalsdeserve to have a home and deserve place on this planet as it is forall of us and if we don't protect them we as humans will destroy them.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Anna M1 Frances CtRed Bank, NJ 07701-6219

itsuko13@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:28 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Ashley Ray1718 Banbury RdRaleigh, NC 27608-1148

rayresidential@mindspring.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:29 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Barbara Reis141 Pineneedle DrBradenton, FL 34210-4618

barbarareis@msn.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:33 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Jane Knieriem4795 Gateway Gardens DrBoynton Beach, FL 33436-1420

jmknieriem@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:34 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. Marty Mulchey953 Burning Bush PtMonument, CO 80132-8652

martin.mulcahey@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:34 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.Please protect these beautiful cats.Thank you.

Sincerely,

Miss Paige and Payton Philips1889 Magnolia AveSouth Daytona, FL 32119-1724

philipstwins@hotmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:50 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. June LaPlant4626 Harmonie CtIndianapolis, IN 46239-9270

dairystate1128@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:53 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

PLEASE DO NOT LET THESE MAGNIFICENT CREATURES START DISAPPEARING BYBUILDING IN THEIR HABITAT AREAS! AREAS THAT ARE TO BE USED BY WEALTHYPATRONS FOR VACATIONS AND GETAWAYS!!!!

IT IS BAD ENOUGH THAT DONALD TRUMP IS IN THE WHITE HOUSE, SINCE HEDEVALUES EVERY THING HE CONSIDERS LESS IMPORTANT THAN HIMSELF!!!!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Maralyn Meier1005 Cady CirTitusville, FL 32780-7912

kwnut@cfl.rr.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:55 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

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Mrs. Willa Francis4114 Corn StPort Charlotte, FL 33948-7624

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:56 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. Andrew Mullineaux280 Lakeview CtWashington, PA 15301-8952

andrew_848@hotmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:44:58 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Ann Gauger21 Washington St Apt 4Greene, NY 13778-1122

anngauger4@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:10 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Chris Reynolds2501 Bonnie Dell DrSouth Park, PA 15129-8898

cc.reynolds@comcast.net

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:10 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Karen GeePO Box 132Bountiful, UT 84011-0132

karengee@email.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:12 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Chris Komiensky3767 Thornton DrCincinnati, OH 45236-3350

chrisk101@zoomtown.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:16 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Erin Masa44w402 Rowe RdElburn, IL 60119-9627

emodelesque5@gmail.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:31 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Glenys Moore59 James Henty DriveDURAL, None 2158

glenysmoore@dodo.com.au

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:52 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Inna Miroshnikova1533 Colonial DrWoodbridge, VA 22192-2433

innarostov@aol.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:45:53 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Mr. Tim Thomas30 Ranger RdNewport, RI 02840-1176

idaman41@yahoo.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:46:08 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ms. Marcy Glantz306 Westerly DrMarlton, NJ 08053-1066

marcyglantzdever@aol.com

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From: The Humane Society of the United StatesTo: David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSubject: Please do not downlist or delist panthers from the Endangered Species ActDate: Tuesday, August 8, 2017 10:46:36 PM

Aug 8, 2017

David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dear David Shindle, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,

Panthers are so iconic in Florida that they were chosen by schoolchildren to be the state animal. They deserve our respect and ourprotection. Federal protection remains essential, as turning managementover to the state and increasing the use of lethal management wouldcause the species to once again be in danger of extinction after slowlybuilding their numbers throughout the years.

Their current status does not meet the standards set by the EndangeredSpecies Act to downlist or delist them. Panther conservation must bere-doubled to prevent their jeopardy. The progress made in revivingtheir population should not be prematurely dismantled now. Unlike allother mountain lion subspecies, Florida panthers are specially adaptedto their Big Cypress Swamp and Everglades habitats. But they areincreasingly threatened by climate change, habitat loss and roaddevelopment. We must ensure their safety and survival if they are topersist for future generations.

During the five-year review for this species, please do not downlist ordelist panthers from Endangered Species Act protection.

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