In 2010 we had a huge success; New Jersey passed a moratorium on the harvest of horseshoe crabs until such time as the birds dependent upon them could be deemed to have recovered (as opposed to going extinct which is the path they were on). 

The science shows we do not have an increase in the horseshoe crab eggs needed for shorebird recovery. And yet, a New Jersey Legislator, Assemblyman van Drew, wants to lift that moratorium. 

The horseshoe crabs are not only vital for the shorebirds, but they provide an irreplaceable substance necessary for testing vaccinations and medical devices to ensure they are safe for human use (the substance is, in most cases, drawn without killing the crabs and allows their return to the natural environment.). The crabs and birds are also the mainstay of a tens of millions of dollar ecotourism industry vital for sustaining our communities. 

Take a moment, watch our video to learn more about the crabs and the birds and then sign the petition to state your opposition to this cavalier and senseless removal of vital protection. 

video: http://youtu.be/QFiYVJBBkws 

petition: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/451/867/927/continue-to-protect-nj-horseshoe-crabs-and-migratory-shore-birds/