A recent federal ruling restored endangered species protections for Michigan's grey wolves, but the state's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) plans to appeal the decision. DNR director Keith Creagh said, "Michigan residents who live with wolves deserve to have a full range of tools available to sustainably manage that population."
Michigan's wolf population grew from only six in 1970 to a little over 600. Research shows that wolves play a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem. Natural predators like wolves help control moose and other herbivores that demolish wildlife habitats. Remains of wolves' prey provide food for scavengers and enrich the soil, which combats climate change.
Michigan cannot afford to lose their wolves again due to overzealous hunting and trapping! Please sign the petition to urge the Department of Natural Resources to reconsider their plans to fight endangered protections for grey wolves!
We, the undersigned, are concerned with your plans to appeal a federal decision to restore endangered species protections for Michigan's grey wolves.
As you may know, Michigan's wolf population grew from only six in 1970 to a little over 600. Research shows that wolves play a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem. Natural predators like wolves help control moose and other herbivores that demolish wildlife habitats. Remains of wolves' prey provide food for scavengers and enrich the soil, which combats climate change.
Michigan cannot afford to lose their wolves again due to overzealous hunting and trapping. We respectfully urge you to reconsider your plans to fight endangered protections for grey wolves. Thank you for taking the time to read and consider our petition.
