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Arizona Mountain Lion Hunting Lawsuit | Mesa News
Arizona’s mountain lion hunting is under legal fire as the Center for Biological Diversity sues the state, arguing that current quotas—set at 340 lions this season—are unsustainable and illegal. Between 2018 and 2024, nearly 2,000 lions were killed, including over half kittens and nearly half females, a devastating blow to population recovery. Experts warn that removing more than 20% of adult females threatens long-term survival, while plaintiffs insist the state is ignoring science and its duty to protect wildlife. With hunting season starting August 21, this high-stakes court battle could…
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