Ranchers vs. Wolves: Navigating a Controversial Comeback
Ranchers in rural counties say they’re losing livestock to predation, while conservationists say the wolves bring ecological benefits as they reclaim part of their historic range. How do you think the state should manage our wolves?
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Show Notes
After a century-long absence, gray wolves are returning to California. Biologists estimate some 70 wolves are living in the state, and recently, a female wolf traveled into Los Angeles County, the first such sighting. But their comeback is not without controversy. Ranchers in rural counties say they’re losing livestock to predation, while conservationists say the wolves bring ecological benefits as they reclaim part of their historic range. How do you think the state should manage our wolves?
Guests:
Kaggie Orrick, director, California Wolf Project, UC Berkeley
Paul Roen, Sierra County supervisor; manager, Sierra Valley Ranch
Beth Pratt, executive director for the California region, National Wildlife Federation
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