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Wolves’ Main Meal: Cattle in California | Chico News
Wolves in northeastern California are feasting on cattle — new research reveals 72% of wolf scat contained cow DNA, making livestock their main meal. Even when cows aren’t eaten, their mere presence spikes stress hormones in herds, leaving ranchers caught between protecting endangered wolves and coping with lost livestock and anxious cattle. The data shows cattle remain the wolves’ top prey, even as numbers dip slightly over time — a stark reminder of the tension between wildlife conservation and rural livelihoods. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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