encroachment, wolves were eliminated from most of the contiguous United States by the 1940s. In 1973 wolves were finally put under the protection by the Endangered Species Act, and just recently wolf populations are increasing due to wolf recovery and reintroduction projects. Within the continental United States, gray wolves once ranged from East Coast to West Coast, and from Canada to Mexico. Today only about 2,200 wolves live in the wild in Minnesota, fewer than twenty on Lake Superior's Isle Royale
Debating Species Reintroduction Species reintroduction has become a hotly debated topic, especially in the states experiencing actual reintroduction efforts. The reintroduction of the lynx into Colorado appeals to many who would like to return the area to it's pristine, pre-developed state. However, the actual costs, both financial and emotional, make this program impractical and illogical. In 1979, researchers decided to investigate the number of lynx still remaining in Colorado (Lynx
Reintroduction of the Lynx Does More Harm Than Good There I was, standing face to face with the bobtailed lynx. It was looking right at me and licking its chops with delight. It seemed as if the beast was thinking "Lunch" on this cold, gray December day, but I wasn't worried about being attacked. The reason for this was the fact that this was a domestic lynx that just happened to be on the other side of a stout metal cage, so there was no chance of the lynx getting a hold of me. At one time
park. Now 116 wolves now live and more then 75 pups. The controversy surrounding the reintroduction of the wolves are many from both sides. Some local farmers are against it because some wolves hunt their animals. However, if the farmers can prove their animal was attacked by a wolf, then the government would reimburse them for the animals value. Another problem is that some taxpayers are against the reintroduction because it cost them money to get the wolves back into the park. Another issue for taxpayers
The reintroduction of wolves into West Yellowstone National Park is detrimental to the quality of life in Yellowstone. Many people in the mainstream media have jumped on the “save the wolves” bandwagon, without knowing what the effect of the wolf on the ecosystem. It is a politically correct thing to be pro-wolf. Unfortunately the people who are making all the noise do not live in or around the park. They do not have their livelihood threatened by the wolf. They aren’t hunters, and so they don’t
still sanction the use of the electric chair, gas chamber, and a firing squad. This essay will argue that the reintroduction of capital punishment would be detrimental to Australian society as studies have shown that juries are less likely to convict, if they are sentencing the accused to death. This essay will argue that there are three glaring inconsistencies against the reintroduction of capital punishment of which Australia has not undertaken since 1967. Firstly the risk that a human being is
The Reintroduction of the Gray Wolf to Yellowstone Gauss’ Law states that no two organisms can occupy the same ecological niche without excluding the other, but what happens when man gets involved with nature and tries to introduce a species where it doesn’t belong which in turn provides a second organism to fill the same niche as the first? The results of human intervention have often been disastrous for the organism that we’re supposedly helping. Humans often times do not understand the
will address the changes that occurred within the ecosystem of Yellowstone National Park since the reintroduction of the grey wolves. The paper will consist of four sections; the first section will include the history behind the extirpation and subsequent reintroduction of the gray wolf in Northern America. The second section will explore the political controversy that surrounds the reintroduction of the gray wolf in Yellowstone. The third section will contain discuss the gray wolf and its impact
Reintroduction of the Death Penalty in the UK How would you feel if a mad man killed someone you loved? Would you want revenge? For many people the answer to this would be yes. But how far are you prepared to go? Capital punishment is a very controversial issue discussed by many. There are many reasons for crime such as drug addictions, mental health problems, unpleasant childhood, peer pressure and with all the violence shown on TV some people think that murder is acceptable in society
that Khanum Taheri…had once been famous in Kabul for her enchanting singing voice…But as much as the general appreciated listening to music…he believed the performing of it was best left with those with lesser reputations” (Hosseini 177). The reintroduction of music into Afghanistan will only be possible if people understand why the ban was put into effect, how policies have begun to change, and how to effectively teach a culture to embrace music again. The Communist invasion in 1978 was the beginning
As wolves can be known as livestock killers, we can change that by hunting them and lowering the population. Not lowering the population can plummet the local deer, elk, moose and sheep populations. If they are over populated, they can end up preying on other species to the point where there are few animals left. Although not hunting wolves can also have some benefits, it does have cons. Having wolves, and not keeping check of the wolf population can cause them to over populate. Rapid growth is common
between two different animals. The gray wolf was reintroduced to Yellowstone in 1995. They were reintroduced by the government due to the endangerment of their species. The reintroduction of the gray wolf was beneficial because it improved Yellowstone’s ecosystem, protected the wolves, and it attracted tourists. The wolf reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park improved the park’s ecosystem greatly! An example of this can be found in the article “In the Valley of the Wolves,” which states “Now, nearly
free in spirit and roamers of the land. These animals are considered majestic and protectors of the wilderness. They have always roamed the western United States, although their population has fluctuated over time. Over the past 10 years wolf reintroduction into Yellowstone National Park has been a controversial topic to those of the United States. As of 1995, wolves have been reintroduced into the park. This has come with some strong opposition and yet has prevailed. The future of the wolf in Yellowstone
numbers in the United States. In conclusion, the reintroduction of gray wolves to Yellowstone National Park is an excellent example for future conservation efforts in the United States. The successful case shows that there is a need to restore gray wolf populations, in order to ensure optimal ecosystem functions. By observing the effects of the absence of a top predator from Yellowstone Park and the changes that have occurred after reintroduction, more people may be able to conclude that wolf populations
disease, and human conflict. In Captive-Bred Versus Wild-Caught Animals, mortality rates were similar for both animals. The main causes of the mortality was because of starvation and disease. 79% of the projects collected supportive measures to reintroduction. However, only 11% of those were tested to see if they actually were effective. The most commonly reported supportive measures were the use of on-site pens, planning of supplementary food or water, and planning of shelter. Also, some supportive
Grey wolves are a crucial staple to the trophic system in Yellowstone National Park. Trophic systems are comprised of three levels, pray, predator, and plants. In 1920, the entire population of grey wolves were killed off in Yellowstone national park, which launched the avalanche of change in the Yellowstone ecosystem. Some of the changes that occurred during the almost seven decade wolf absence, included a significant population increase of elk, population decrease of beaver, and decreased coverage
such as increasing the numbers of certain animals in their care without any conservation goal in mind (“Captive”). In the conservation context, however, there is usually a very specific goal in mind that includes a captive breeding aspect, a reintroduction aspect, and a monitoring or management aspect (“Captive”). Captive breeding can be instrumental in a species’ survival, but it is not always the best choice in every situation. Captive breeding is expensive, and is usually only used as a last
One of the biggest reasons for the reintroduction of wolves back into Yellowstone was that they had originally roamed from Yellowstone all the way down to Mexico. While a lot of people were in favor of the reintroduction of the wolves, there were many who were against it. The main people who were against the reintroduction of the wolves back into the park were the ranchers who made a living in the areas surrounding the park. During 70 years of absence from the Rockies, the Grey Wolf had been protected
Save the Animals Ever heard the call of the wild? What about the wolf howling in the distant mountains? For most people the answer is no. This is because the wolf was eradicated from most areas of our country when the white man decided that he wanted to settle the west. Most of the extermination was because ranchers and farmers lost a good deal of livestock to wolves. Wolves were selected for extermination by the US government untill1976 when the government declared the Mexican gray wolf
their nature. Without zoos, almost all of the best observational, behavioral, biological, or genetically based research on several diverse species would have not been possible. And, without zoos and the help of fundamental captive breeding and reintroduction programs with... ... middle of paper ... ...ms, it is humankind's’ responsibility to continue to protect and save the animal kingdom. Bibliography Bostock, Stephan S. Zoos and Animal Rights: The Ethics of Keeping Animals. London: Routledge