Predators and carnivores are not four-letter words

Predators and carnivores: These two words are getting increasingly difficult to use in wildlife conservation and policy without triggering a perception that is steeped in fear of conflict.

This has come into sharp focus in Oregon with a string of wolf poisonings. The most recent wolf-targeted poisoning in eastern Oregon, which caused wildlife carnage killing multiple species including a cougar, a coyote and golden eagles, shines a spotlight on a devastating response to this fear. Another suspected poisoning case occurred in April in Wallowa County and in a third incident, one was found shot in late May.

Source: Predators and carnivores are not four-letter words • Oregon Capital Chronicle