# French biodiversity and wildlife management > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/french-biodiversity-and-wildlife-management > Updated: 2026-09-06T13:05:32.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The French Ministry for Ecological Transition has implemented various measures to manage wildlife and address declining biodiversity. In late August 2026, the government updated its list of species designated as capable of causing damage (Esod), valid until 2029. This list includes nine species, such as the red fox, various mustelids, and several corvids, which may be hunted or trapped to mitigate agricultural risks. By September 2026, official reports indicated that biodiversity in France is degrading at an accelerating rate, with only 22% of evaluated habitats and species in a favorable state of conservation between 2019 and 2024. In response to these trends and upcoming European Commission requirements, France is working to finalize national restoration plans to meet EU targets for habitat restoration. Additionally, the government has reinforced protections for the western capercaillie and rock ptarmigan, though reintroduction efforts for capercaillies in the Vosges region have faced challenges due to high mortality from predation. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-06: France reports accelerating biodiversity decline and new species protections France reports accelerating biodiversity loss, with only 22% of habitats in favorable condition. The government is also strengthening protections for species like the western capercaillie. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/france-reports-accelerating-biodiversity-decline-and-new-species-protections ### 2026-08-27: France renews list of species designated as capable of causing damage France has renewed its list of species capable of causing damage (Esod) until 2029, allowing for the year-round regulation of certain animals like foxes and weasels to protect agricultural interests. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/france-renews-list-of-species-designated-as-capable-of-causing-damage --- Cite as: French biodiversity and wildlife management. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/french-biodiversity-and-wildlife-management