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How Long Must We Live With These Wildlife Conservation Myths?

10,000 Birds

The myths that hunters and anglers pay for the majority of our wildlife conservation (debunked in my post on The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and Who Pays for It ) and the misconception that “predator management” is a necessary part of the wildlife conservation equation. What myths am I referring to?

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Another Fake Animal Welfare Group

Critter News

The quotes seemed designed to show them as extremists and/or insincere liars. Our members are pet owners, dog and cat clubs, obedience clubs and rescue groups as well as breeders, trainers, veterinarians, research scientists, farmers, fishermen, hunters and wildlife biologists. So, I'm like, waaaaaait a minute. Who are these guys?

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Have There Been Any Positive Aspects of the Malheur NWR Occupation?

10,000 Birds

Incidents like this one, led by far-right militant, anti-government extremists, should be a concern of all Americans, especially birders, hunters, environmentalists, conservationists, and anyone else concerned with keeping public lands public. This video was published by Backcountry Hunters & Anglers during the refuge occupation.

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