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State Weighs Lifting Ban on Bobcat Hunting
Original: Regional: State Considers Lifting Ban On Hunting Bobcats
California is considering lifting its ban on hunting bobcats, reopening a debate over predator management that has been dormant since the state banned recreational bobcat hunting in 2015. Supporters argue populations have recovered and hunting could be managed sustainably, while wildlife advocates fear the move could reverse hard-won protections.
Why now: A state wildlife agency is reviewing the ban, prompting debate among hunters, conservationists and lawmakers.
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