Can hunting endangered animals save the species?

Some exotic animal species that are endangered in Africa are thriving on ranches in Texas, where a limited number are hunted for a high price. Ranchers say they need the income to care for the rest of the herd. Animal rights activists want the hunting to end. read more

If hunting were to be completely outlawed in a specific area or for a specific species, there would be no financial incentive to preserve those areas and animals. If a community cannot benefit from hunting, it will convert that land to a different productive use (thus reducing habitat). read more

If a specific species cannot generate revenue through shooting safaris (whether with guns or cameras), there is little or no economic incentive to keep the animals alive (thus reducing population of the species). read more