— While Idaho and Wyoming pursue plans to allow grizzly bear hunting outside Yellowstone National Park, Montana wildlife officials say they don’t regret deciding against holding a hunt this year. This past week, Idaho opened public comment on a proposal for a hunt of one male grizzly. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Department officials decided against proposing a hunt in February. Nick Gevock, conservation director for the Montana Wildlife Federation, a delisting supporter, said Wyoming’s proposal is a bit much. Dan Vermillion, the chairman of Montana’s Fish and Wildlife Commission, said the risk of killing a female bear was something Montana wrestled with when considering a hunting season.

Source: National Post March 25, 2018 16:34 UTC