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Untamed
The Vital Role of Predators
Season 4
Episode 402
Humans have a complicated relationship with their native wild carnivores, often with attempts to actively eliminate these animals, leaving behind ecosystems in dire need of that natural control mechanism. Predator management continues to be a highly contentious issue. Finding a way to coexist is essential, not only for human safety and animal welfare but also for habitat and ecosystem health.
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