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Nov 06 2014 Killing of 11 coyotes in California infuriates conservationists
"Project Coyote is one of several organizations urging the California Fish and Game Commission to ban wildlife-killing contests in California. The commission is scheduled to vote Dec. 3 on a petition that would make it illegal to offer a prize, inducement or reward for killing predators." -
Trap found near Jackson, WY Animal Adoption Center
A marten trap was spotted near the Animal Adoption Center in Jackson, WY. Be on the lookout for traps. -
Nov 05 2014 Opponents claim victory in bear-baiting referendum
Supporters of the referendum say stalking black bears without the use of bait, traps and dogs is enough to control numbers without these methods, which they call inhumane. -
Nov 05 2014 Victory Declared in Michigan for Wolves and Voter Rights
“The citizens of Michigan have voted by wide margins to reject both laws enacted by the legislature, not only rejecting wolf hunting but also the attempt to transfer authority to the Natural Resources Commission to declare hunting seasons on protected species.” -
Nov 04 2014 Center for Biological Diversity Launches Lawsuit to Protect Rare Northern Rockies Fisher
The Fisher faces threats from logging, incidental trapping, and road building.