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world1 month ago•2 min saved

California hunter dies after elephants crush him during Gabon safari

An American 75-year-old hunter, Ernie Dosio, died in Gabon after being crushed by a group of elephants during a hunting expedition; his guide was seriously injured. Dosio, a Modesto, California vineyard owner with a long history of trophy hunting, was killed in the Lope-Okanda rainforest. US officials are assisting with repatriation of his remains. The incident underscores the dangers associated with trophy hunting and safari adventures in Africa.

via The Guardian|

#death #elephants #gabon

gaming2 months ago•6 min saved

Vita's ultra-rare Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Platinum finally unlocked after 13-year wait

A player named Tqvry has earned Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2's Master of the Secret Arts Platinum on the PlayStation Vita, a trophy tied to completing 35 Turbo Speed duo missions. With Vita online play unsupported, the run relied on a computer-controlled partner and the 30fps cap, making it extraordinarily difficult. PSN Profiles lists him as the only person to have done this legitimately, placing the trophy among the rarest in PlayStation history (about 0.01% of players own it).

via Eurogamer.net|

#gaming #ninja-gaiden-sigma-2 #platinum-trophy

world9 months ago•1 min saved

Florida Lifts Ban on Black Bear Hunting After Eight Years

Florida has approved its first black bear hunt since 2015, citing the need to manage the growing bear population, though critics argue it effectively permits trophy hunting. The hunt will occur over three weeks in December, with annual seasons planned, sparking debate over wildlife conservation and hunting practices.

via The New York Times|

#black-bear-hunt #conservation #florida

environment10 months ago•3 min saved

Outrage as Trophy Hunter Kills Research Lion, Echoing Cecil Tragedy

A lion tracked by Oxford researchers in Zimbabwe, Blondie, was killed by a trophy hunter, echoing the 2015 death of Cecil the Lion, raising concerns about illegal hunting practices and conservation efforts, despite legal protections and international outrage.

via NBC News|

#cecil-the-lion #conservation #environment

world10 months ago•3 min saved

Research Lion Killed by Trophy Hunter Sparks Outrage in Zimbabwe

A lion named Blondie, part of an Oxford University research project and wearing a collar, was legally killed by a trophy hunter in Zimbabwe, sparking outrage similar to the Cecil case. The hunt was permitted and controversial, highlighting the divisive nature of trophy hunting in Africa, which generates significant revenue but raises ethical concerns about wildlife conservation.

via CNN|

#conservation #lion-hunting #research-project

wildlife-conservation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Botswana's Elephant Diplomacy: 20,000 Elephants in Trophy Hunting Dispute"

Botswana's president has threatened to send 20,000 elephants to Germany in response to potential stricter limits on the import of hunting trophies. President Mokgweetsi Masisi argued that conservation efforts have led to an overpopulation of elephants, causing damage to property and crops. He emphasized the importance of hunting in controlling the elephant population and criticized Germany for having an opinion on Botswana's affairs. The German environment ministry stated that discussions on import restrictions are focused on ensuring sustainability and legality, with a special responsibility to protect biological diversity.

via The Guardian|

#botswana #conservation #elephants

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Botswana's Elephant Export Threat to Germany"

Botswana, home to a large elephant population, is facing pressure from European nations, particularly Germany, to ban the import of elephant trophies. In response, Botswana's president threatened to send 20,000 elephants to Germany. The complex issue of trophy hunting is debated, with some arguing it aids conservation efforts and local communities, while others condemn it as cruel. The situation highlights the clash between conservation, animal rights, and economic interests, with Botswana pushing back against international pressure to protect its wildlife.

via NBC News|

#botswana #conservation #elephants

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

Botswana's Threat to Send 20,000 Elephants to Germany in Trophy Hunting Dispute

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi has threatened to send 20,000 elephants to Germany in response to a dispute over the import of hunting trophies. He criticized the German government for seeking to ban trophy imports despite Botswana's elephant "overpopulation." Masisi argued that hunting is necessary to control the elephant population, which has grown to around 130,000, and warned that a ban on trophy imports would only impoverish Botswanans. The spat reflects wider issues around trophy hunting, with Masisi also warning against a potential hunting trophy import ban in the UK.

via CNN|

#botswana #conservation #elephants

wildlife-conservation2 years ago•2 min saved

Botswana's Elephant Threat to Germany Sparks Trophy Hunting Dispute

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi has threatened to send 20,000 African elephants to "roam free" in Germany in response to Germany's plans to restrict the import of hunting trophies from Africa. The dispute highlights the tension between conservation efforts and the use of hunting as a tool for revenue and population control in countries with significant wild animal populations. Botswana, home to a large elephant population, argues that trophy hunting is necessary for sustainable conservation, while animal rights groups advocate for a ban on hunting regardless of animal numbers.

via CBS News|

#botswana #conservation #elephant

wildlife-crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Montana Rancher's Illegal Creation of Giant Hybrid Sheep for Profit"

Montana rancher illegally created giant hybrid sheep by using genetic material from the threatened Marco Polo argali sheep, selling them for hunting at high prices. Arthur “Jack” Schubarth, 80, pleaded guilty to felony wildlife counts and faces up to 10 years in prison and fines of up to $500,000. He created more than 150 cloned embryos and successfully bred a male Marco Polo argali, selling its offspring for $10,000. Schubarth's scheme violated state and federal laws, potentially threatening the integrity of wildlife species in Montana. He is set to be sentenced on July 11.

via The Washington Post|

#hybrid-species #illegal-wildlife-trade #montana