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Trophy Hunting - Lion
Trophy hunting involves the pursuit of large animals, such as lions and elephants, often sanctioned by governments. The practice has sparked controversy due to its impact on wildlife populations.
References
Carwardine, M. (n.d.). An introduction to trophy hunting. discover wildlife. Retrieved November 11, 2021, from https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/an-introduction-to-trophy-hunting/References
The biggest threat to African lions isn’t trophy hunters, it’s their lack of value to local people. (2017, August 24). Oxford University. Retrieved November 11, 2021, from https://medium.com/oxford-university/the-biggest-threat-to-african-lions-isnt-trophy-hunters-it-s-their-lack-of-value-to-local-people-6a0ac2896ce
Arguments in favour of trophy hunting?
They can conserve the land and biodiversity, and they control the number of animals in the land, like lions, which is why legal hunting encourages poaching.
Arguments against trophy hunting?
Trophy hunting targets young lions more because it is lighter in weight and younger age. That is why the lion community is abnormally low.
Subtopic
Lion Risk Status?
Lions are currently listed as being vulnerable to the conservation of lions, which are threatened with extinction in West Africa
What is the range of a lion?
Lion populations Right now?
There are about 25,000 lions in the world, and the reason for this decline in lions is from hunters, because they contribute to the killing of lions.
What is Trophy Hunting?
Trophy hunting is the hunting of large animals such as elephants and lions and it is licensed by the government to enjoy catching large animals that take the animal's head or animal skin.