Was the Snail Darter Ever Really Endangered? Controversial Study Shakes Conservation Laws

The snail darter fish, just 3.5 inches long, played a huge role in a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case that reshaped environmental law in the 1970s. It’s a fish that sparked a battle over the Tellico Dam construction and helped enforce the Endangered Species Act. But now, a controversial new study casts doubt on whether the snail darter was ever a unique species at all.

In this video, we’ll explore:

The historic battle to protect the snail darter from the Tellico Dam.
How the Endangered Species Act was tested in court, thanks to this small fish.
Shocking new research that questions whether the snail darter is truly distinct from other species.
The long-lasting impact of this legal battle on conservation policies and species protection laws.
Join us as we dive deep into the fish that changed environmental law and hear from experts about the implications of this discovery.

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