The controversy over wildlife killing contests

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A graphic documentary opens eyes about the bloody sport.ByAusta Somvichian-Clausen | March 23, 2021https://imasdk.googleapis.com/js/core/bridge3.447.1_en.html#goog_1144971600:00 of 00:59Volume 20%

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  • Wildlife killing contests are currently legal in more than 40 U.S. states on both public and private lands.
  • These contests specifically target predator species, with coyotes being the most targeted.
  • Wildlife management experts and scientists say that these contests are an inhumane and inefficient way to control predator populations.

“Do you think you have what it takes to win the highest paying hunting contest in the country? Then put your money where your mouth is, and enter the West Texas Big Bobcat Contest.”

The tagline of theWest Texas Big Bobcat Contest, this call to action refers to only one ofmore than 600 wildlife killing contests in the state of Texas.

These privately organized events involve a growing number of participants competing for prizes, whether in…

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