Montana is still allowing wolverines to be trapped. I believe it is the only state to allow this. The number allowed is 5 this year, down from 10, so that's good news but this is a very elusive animal whose habitat has been dwindling rapidly. There are not that many of these critters left. Wolverines were even denied protection under the Endangered Species Act earlier this year. What good is killing more of them going to do? I guess this small quota was set just to appease Montana sport hunters. They still get the thrill of trapping and killing an innocent, seriously threatened animal for fun and pelt. As a certain girl I know would say, "How rude!"
President Bush is still at it trying to weaken our Endangered Species Act before he is out of office. Please see Defenders of Wildlife to send in your personalized letter against his intended plans. Not really sure it will help though. It seems he does whatever he wants anyway no matter what the people say.
(Photo above: Wolverine. NPS archives.)
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Wolverine Woes
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4 comments:
Hi Heavenabove!
Its good to hear your voice!
Wolverines are such amazing animals it seems unfortunate that for many it is not “sexy enough” to help preserve them. As if they are needed to make more clothing or “trophies”!
May God have mercy on our stupidity…..
We have a lone wolverine here at out zoo. In all my years out here, I have never been able to see it in action. I have only see the fur on its back as it lies curled up sleeping.
I haven't heard of wolverines before (not real ones anyway!)
how true about George Bush!
heavenabove, I would love to talk to you about wildlife protection and how people can help for a site I am setting up, How can I contact you or can you email me if you are interested.:)
Anonymous, sorry I hardly ever use the computer any more-had to cut back on unnecessary expenses and my beloved internet was on the list. I applaud you for your interest in wildlife protection and I would love the name of your site.
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