Zimbabwe opts for elephant cull to address 'most severe' drought-induced food shortage With a large population of elephants in the country, and an ecosystem too small to support them, this is also being exacerbated by providing food for the soon to be starving human. Both these reasons have therefore led you to this tough decision.
Overpopulation of elephants in Zimbabwe and government initiatives
- Zimbabwe: The elephant population of over 84,000 exceeds the country's carrying capacity (45,000).
- Overpopulation reduces resources, clashes with humans and wildlife
- Environment minister: Namibia serves as a "solution to the problem" for Zimbabwe.
- Critics say culling harms wildlife and could drive commercial bushmeat hunting.
- Human wildlife conflict – Fatal Interactions between elephants and humans point to the need for control
- Zimbabwe makes a name for the same reasons as Namibia, which is also facing culls because of a harsh drought and food shortage that were exacerbated by climate change and weather patterns.
- Through legal channels, culling will soon commence in Zimbabwe to ensure wildlife conservation remains balanced with community well-being.
Month: Current Affairs - October 09, 2024
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