Jefferson Salamander - Amphibian Specialist Group

Recovery Strategy for the Jefferson Salamander in OntarioDECLARATIONThe Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources has led the development of this recoverystrategy for the Jefferson Salamander in accordance with the requirements of theEndangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA 2007). This recovery strategy has been preparedas advice to the Government of Ontario, other responsible jurisdictions and the manydifferent constituencies that may be involved in recovering the species.The recovery strategy does not necessarily represent the views of all of the individualswho provided advice or contributed to its preparation, or the official positions of theorganizations with which the individuals are associated.The goals, objectives and recovery approaches identified in the strategy are based onthe best available knowledge and are subject to revision as new information becomesavailable. Implementation of this strategy is subject to appropriations, priorities andbudgetary constraints of the participating jurisdictions and organizations.Success in the recovery of this species depends on the commitment and cooperation ofmany different constituencies that will be involved in implementing the directions set outin this strategy.RESPONSIBLE JURISDICTIONSOntario Ministry of Natural ResourcesEnvironment Canada, Canadian Wildlife Service – Ontarioiii