A battle is unfolding in Europe over the future of wolves
Summary
A disagreement is growing in Europe about whether to protect wolves. The European Parliament decided to decrease the legal protections for wolves, despite concerns from environmental groups. Some people, like the European Commission's president, say wolves pose risks, while others argue we should coexist with them.Key Facts
- Wolves in Europe had been strictly protected to help their populations recover from past hunting.
- In May, the European Parliament voted to reduce the protection level for wolves.
- Environmental groups are worried this decision could reverse progress made in wolf conservation.
- Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, supports lowering protections, citing risks to livestock and humans.
- There have been no deadly wolf attacks on humans in Europe in over 40 years, according to a 2023 report.
- Von der Leyen is from a political group that supports farmers, which may influence her stance.
- The protection status reduction overturns agreements in place since 1979 under the Bern Convention.
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