Derby Kills 21 Coyotes, 0 Wolves

Organizers of a predator derby in Idaho say 21 coyotes but no wolves were shot by about 60 hunters. Steve Alder of Idaho for Wildlife, the weekend event’s promoter, said the low tally helps prove sport hunting isn’t a very effective tool in managing Idaho’s wolves. The derby near Salmon in Idaho’s mountains proceeded after a fight between its organizers and environmentalists in U.S. District Court. A judge Friday ruled against event foes including WildEarth Guardians who wanted the derby scotched on grounds the U.S. Forest Service hadn’t issued a permit/AP, KTVB. More here.

Question: Do you think sports hunting is sufficient to control wolf numbers in Idaho?