Threats to Lions & Lion Conservation

[PennyinSA]

I could sit and cry!

http://www.express.co.uk/news/world/393 ... ophy-hunts

[Errol1]

This is just so sad...it is obvious that Maryke Van Der Merwe mentioned in the article has very little knowledge of lions from the sick comments that she makes. I certainly would like to have a face to face discussion with her...I doubt if she would get the message though.

[General Gump]

I would rather they shoot a captive bred canned lion than shoot a wild lion that has it's niche in the eco system. Shooting a pride male would have consequances for the whole pride. No sport involved in shooting canned lions but the lesser of the two evils, in my opinion.

[iNdlovu]

Agreed Gump, but then I don't believe in any form of lion hunting.

[Richprins]

Agreed, Gump!

Lion are not endangered in SA, and can breed like rats.

No problem with cattle being shot for consumption...?

[Tshukudu]

No problem with cattle being shot for consumption...?

And you are going to eat a lion

[iNdlovu]

Agreed, Gump!

Lion are not endangered in SA, and can breed like rats.

Don't speak too soon RP, watch this space.

[Toko]

South Africa as a major destination for tourism might be branded for abuse of wildlife and loose european visitors.

Many european media carried this story a long time ago and have been reporting again lately.

[Sprocky]

Reading through all the relevant threads, the picture is bleak!

It seems there is NO intention in this country any more to save the dwindling numbers of endangered species. So, I wouldn't blame international tourists for not visiting here in future. It's much like one of us planning a trip to see the Leaning Tower, and just before the final arrangements are in place it topples over, what's the point of going?

[Richprins]

Don't speak too soon RP, watch this space.

Responding to the article, Boss? Doesn't seem to be illegal?