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re-introduction to wolves in michigan

Re-introduction of Wolves

In regards to the possible re-introduction of wolves into the upper-part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, I believe that they should be returned to one of their natural habitats. In the early days of Michigan, wolves inhabited the entire state, both upper and lower peninsulas. But by 1960, the wolf was placed on the endangered species list, and soon thereafter the last wolf was shot in Lower Michigan. These helpless creatures did nothing wrong to the human population, but, sadly, became extinct because of human disturbances, not natural causes. Therefore, I strongly believe that they should be re-introduced to their natural environment.
The basis of my information and evidence was derived from the introduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park. Before the wolves were re-introduced, there was an imbalance in the ecosystem. The plants and animals of the park had no control or keystone predator to keep balance of the various species. The...

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