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France to let wolf population grow despite farmers' fears
11 minutes ago
A new plan announced by the government represents a rise of nearly 40% in the wolf population.
After being eradicated by hunters in the 1930s, the wolf made its way back into France from Italy in the 1990s.
Wolves are listed as a protected species by the Bern Convention that France has signed up to.
Animal rights groups had been pushing for a more radical proposal and accused ministers of lacking political courage.
More:
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-43122088
