Endangered Species Forever Stamps

Value: 78¢, First-Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: May 19, 2023
First Day City: Wall, South Dakota
Printed by: Banknote Corporation of America
Printing Method: Offset, Flexographic
Format: Panes of 20
Tagging: Phosphor tagged paper

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the U.S. Postal Service issued a set of 20 Forever Stamps in 2023. Each stamp features a striking photograph from Joel Sartore’s renowned Photo Ark project, showcasing endangered animals with the word “Endangered” and the common name of each species.

The First Day of Issue ceremony took place in Wall, South Dakota.

Enacted in 1973, the Endangered Species Act has been instrumental in protecting imperiled species and the ecosystems on which they depend. Over the decades, it has contributed significantly to the recovery of numerous plant and animal populations. Joel Sartore’s Photo Ark initiative aligns with this mission, creating a powerful visual record aimed at inspiring preservation and awareness for species at risk.