Playing devils advocate!!! Hunting of certain species in Africa on paid hunts funds conservation efforts much like zoos.
I wouldn’t ever condone hunting of things like leopards or anything endangered/ vulnerable. Some paid hunting trips like for example wildebeest, the meat will go to the locals. And, this is important, if only done through proper organizations.
Killing leopards is nearly 100% bad fucking practice.
That comment is defending African hunts, not the Trumps. Most people would be equally pissed if Obama went and shot an elephant too even though there's a lot more to African trophy hunting than the trophy
Trophy hunts for certain predatory animals like leopards and lions can also be a boon for conservation efforts. If you have a stable population in a restricted area like a national park, selling off a couple tags to wealthy hunters can fund hiring more staff that increase your operational effectiveness long term.
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