Why Remove Wolves From the Endangered Species List?
Lawson explains, “We work with the Departments of Natural Resources. We have always defended scientific wildlife management.” He goes on to say that when individual states are permitted to implement their own management plans for wildlife, the animals are carefully monitored. Hunting may be permitted if wildlife officials decide it is in the best interest of the animal population, keeping numbers at optimal levels for the health of the wildlife and for maintaining a comfortable level of interaction with humans. Too many wolves may seek livestock as prey if food is scarce, and too few wolves may precede a population collapse. A healthy, breeding population of wolves living in wilderness areas is desirable. The Next Step for USSA’s Wolf Petition As of the end of May 2010, USSA had not received a response to its petition. However, there should be opportunity in coming months for public comment on the matter. Sportsmen and conservationists can add their voices to the debate. The USSA is ho
