A wild cat killing contest organized for children has been canceled after it was heavily criticized by the public and animal rights activists. The event was part of a fundraiser for a school in Rotherham, New Zealand and aimed to “protect native birds and other vulnerable species” from attacks by these feral cats.
Last Saturday, the organizers announced a new junior category for children under 14 to kill feral cats in exchange for a prize of NZ$250 (around €140), according to information from CNN International.
“We are disappointed and we apologize to those who were delighted to be involved in something aimed at protecting native birds and other vulnerable species,” the organization said in a statement.
Problems with feral cats are not new in this region. In Australia, for example, authorities claim that these animals threaten the lives of 100 other native species. This TV channel also mentions that “wild cats are responsible for the daily death of millions of birds, reptiles, frogs and many mammals, which prompts the authorities to organize regular slaughters.”
Author: morning Post
Source: CM Jornal
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