| January 11, 2014 | ||
Thank you, Daily Courier, for printing the Dec. 31 Talk of the Town column by Dennis Duvall, "Delay means extinction for wolves." It's outrageous that anyone would attempt deceiving the American people into believing that wolves, especially the Mexican gray wolf, are a threat!
Through the Endangered Species Act, the Mexican wolf was reintroduced in Arizona and New Mexico 15 years ago. Still, these intelligent creatures struggled to survive, remaining the most endangered animal in America, with 75 in the wild, two breeding pairs, and few offspring. The continued inbreeding weakens the genetic pool, resulting in survival difficulties. The immediate releasing of more pairs is crucial.
Wolves maintain a balance. Since they were reintroduced in Yellowstone National Park, other wildlife, fish and birds have begun to return, rivers run clearer, overgrazing has been reduced, and herds are stronger.
Ranchers and hunters deceived the public with "tall tales," claiming dwindling numbers of deer and elk, justifying barbaric actions like trapping, baiting, denning and hounding for pleasure!
Wolves deserve our continued protection, and to live free from man's barbaric ways and fears.
Irene Sette
New Milford, N.J.
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