NW: We Need Wolves To Be Wolves

The fear among many hunters is that the few well documented declines in elk numbers reported here and there will become the norm everywhere unless wolves are actively controlled. There is good reason to believe this will not be the case. It’s important to point out that the vast majority of elk herds are holding their own in spite of the presence of wolves. Indeed, many elk hunting units in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming have populations that are at and/or above agency objectives despite the presence of wolves and other predators.  But there is no doubt that wolves can affect prey numbers and occasionally cause them to decline. But that is a good thing/ Greg Wuerthner , New West. More here .

Question (for wolf opponents): Have you taken time to consider opposing points of views like this provided by Greg Wuerthner, that wolves may be bringing balance to the ecosystem?