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Government of Botswana Concern over Killing of Lion in Zimbabwe
31 Jul 2015 at 15:13hrs | Views
The Government of Botswana has learnt with deep concern of the killing of a collared and protected lion by an American national, Mr. Walter James Palmer.
It is understood that the lion was lured from Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe in July 2015.
It is our stern belief that safari hunting of threatened species such as lions has the potential to undermine our regional anti-poaching efforts as it encourages illegal trade which in turn promotes poaching.
To this end, individuals partaking in such sport hunting expeditions will not be welcome in Botswana.
Source - Botswana Guardian
