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Friday, July 10, 2009

Trophy Hunting Can Help African Conservation, Study Says


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A new study says that trophy hunting has helped conserve some African wildlife, including zebras, by encouraging ranchers to reintroduce the species on their land. The study calls for regulation of the sport-hunting industry to ensure the practice's conservation benefits.

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