re: Trophy Hunter Found Dead In South Africa

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but aren't the old and slow of the herd supposed to be killed by a predator? now what do they eat

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Maybe eventually, but that isn't the main reason for hunting permits.

I believe the reason is because older males can kill cubs and younger males which retards the herd/pride's proliferation.

ETA: I also think they are more of a threat to humans when they get older, but I'm not positive.

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but aren't the old and slow of the herd supposed to be killed by a predator? now what do they eat

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You’re assuming there’s only enough for the predators.