Chapter
The Complicated Politics of Wolf Hunting & Conservation
49:25 - 57:47 (08:21)
The wolf population has decreased significantly in Montana and Idaho following a rapid hunting season, leading many to question the ethics and sustainability of wolf hunting. While the species is set to be relisted in 2022, it remains a contentious issue for hunters, conservationists, and politicians alike.
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The complexities of protecting endangered species under the Endangered Species Act is explored, including delisting, appeals, lawsuits, and the ongoing challenge of poaching.
49:25 - 51:14 (01:48)
Summary
The complexities of protecting endangered species under the Endangered Species Act is explored, including delisting, appeals, lawsuits, and the ongoing challenge of poaching. The speaker emphasizes the importance of continued efforts to protect these animals from intentional harm.
ChapterThe Complicated Politics of Wolf Hunting & Conservation
Episode69: Caught in the Crosshairs. Yellowstone National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The speaker provides a brief overview of the federal endangered species protection for wolves, including their reintroduction and relisting in 1995 and 1996, delisting in 2020, and most recent relisting in 2022.
51:14 - 54:01 (02:47)
Summary
The speaker provides a brief overview of the federal endangered species protection for wolves, including their reintroduction and relisting in 1995 and 1996, delisting in 2020, and most recent relisting in 2022.
ChapterThe Complicated Politics of Wolf Hunting & Conservation
Episode69: Caught in the Crosshairs. Yellowstone National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Montana and Idaho have reduced wolf populations down to at least 100 below pre-hunting levels, and it's difficult to get exact numbers on wolf populations, making it challenging to understand the full extent of the decline.
54:01 - 57:47 (03:46)
Summary
Montana and Idaho have reduced wolf populations down to at least 100 below pre-hunting levels, and it's difficult to get exact numbers on wolf populations, making it challenging to understand the full extent of the decline.