Resurgent gray wolves killed, despite protection
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Wolves are survivors
While some residents want all U.P. wolves eradicated, other critics such as Hongisto favor limiting the population with regular hunting and trapping seasons.
Pro-wolf groups oppose that, although some accept the idea of killing wolves that habitually prey on domestic animals. But they contend the problems caused by wolves are exaggerated.
"Most people in the U.P. have never seen a wolf, never heard a wolf, never had any bad experience with a wolf," the Sierra Club's Roberson said.
And many in the peninsula are delighted with the wolf's return.
"They're a natural and important part of the ecosystem," said Dean Premo, a fifth-generation resident.
Wolves are known to prowl the forests and pastures near Mavis Farr's rural home.
"I'm proud to live in a place that's wild enough to still maintain a wolf population," Farr said.
Morgan, the Sagola Township shooter, pleaded guilty in April 2007 and was fined $2,385. He lost his hunting privileges through 2010 and was placed on probation for six months.
The AP could not reach him for comment. A former neighbor in Iron Mountain said he'd left the area. His phone had been disconnected.
Officers are investigating seven wolf shootings this year.
But wolves are survivors. Their mortality rate is high, but so is their birth rate.
Most importantly, the prevailing attitude — and official policy — toward wolves is radically different from the days of bounties.
"There's been a tremendous cultural shift," Beyer said. "Without that persecution, I think the wolf is pretty secure."
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