Which group was mostly against reintroducing wolves to the northern Rocky Mountains?
A. ranchers
B. environmentalists
C. wildlife management experts
D. state legislators

The group primarily against reintroducing wolves to the Northern Rocky Mountains was ranchers, who feared economic impacts and livestock predation. While environmentalists supported wolf restoration for ecological reasons, ranchers prioritized protecting their livestock. This led to significant opposition from ranching communities during the reintroduction discussions.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-03

The main opposition to the reintroduction of wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountains came from ranchers, who were concerned about livestock predation and economic impacts. While environmentalists supported the initiative for ecological reasons, ranchers prioritized their economic interests. Historically, ranching operations have influenced attitudes towards predators like wolves, contributing to their opposition. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-03