Hunting is Altering the Evolution of Yellowstone Wolves – News Radio 1310 KLIX

The hunting of Yellowstone wolves is changing the way the animals live. Keep in mind that shooting them inside the park will earn you a trip to see a judge. On the outside, its a different matter. I was reading a story this week about how it has altered the social structure of the packs. You can view it by clicking here.

The dominant males in packs select a female and breed with her. The other animals dont produce pups. Hunting is bringing about some rapid cultural and evolutionary changes. Scientists claim theyre now seeing multiple couples and multiple pregnant females in packs.

I posted the original story on my personal Facebook page. I can safely tell you I found very little sympathy for the wolves. As one writer shared, the same scientists arent likely concerned about changes to livestock herds. Others would mind seeing an end to all of the packs, explaining the animals simply arent native to the region.

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte supports his states wolf hunt. He was even accused by some opponents of himself taking one of the furry beasts. Killing the animal wasnt illegal outside the park but Gianforte hadnt taken a trapping course. Yellowstone National Park, scientists, animal rights activists, and some state legislators want to bring hunting to an end. One argument says the loss of animals is making research more difficult.

Dont expect the two sides to find a resolution soon.

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