An Abomination’: Idaho Hunters Earned Thousands of Dollars to Kill Newborn Wolf Pups, Records Reveal

Idaho hunters killed 12 newborn wolf pups in a single day; they received $2,000 per animal through a state-backed reimbursement programme that has drawn criticism from wildlife advocates

Three hunters in Idaho killed 12 wolf pups, receiving up to $2,000 for each animal. The state’s programme reimburses hunters, raising concerns over the use of taxpayer money. Critics have condemned these actions as a form of bounty hunting, especially targeting newborn pups. Wildlife experts have expressed concerns about the method of killings and potential effects on wolf populations.

Outrage at 'abomination' order to pay people £1,500 to kill wolf pups

Animal rights group have expressed consternation after authorities offered a reward for hunters willing to kill newborn wolves in the den.

Outrage Over 'Depraved' Idaho Program Paying Hunters Thousands of Dollars to Kill Wolf Pups

“Let’s call this what it is,” said one conservationist. “It’s a goddamned bounty.”

Twelve Wolf Pups Killed In Idaho As Hunters Collected $24,000 In Reimbursements

Twelve wolf pups lost their lives in Idaho this spring before they had the chance to grow up with their families. Hunters received a combined $24,000 in reimbursements for the killings, according to The Guardian. Their deaths expose the cruelty of policies that leave even the youngest wolves vulnerable and provide financial support to those […]

An abomination’: Idaho hunters earned thousands of dollars to kill newborn wolf pups, records reveal

From The Guardian: Idaho officials paid hunters thousands of dollars for killing a dozen newborn wolf pups this spring, including what appears to be at least one full litter killed in or near its den, according to state records shared with the Guardian and Public Domain. Click here for the full story. The post An abomination’: Idaho hunters earned thousands of dollars to kill newborn wolf pups, records reveal first appeared on International Wolf…