*[Enwl-eng] California is wiping out native species just for human entertainment

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            California, stop pumping waters full of invasive fish that are wiping out native species! 
                     
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                 For decades, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife — formerly known as the California Department of Fish and Game — has been stocking many of the state's natural waterways with invasive fish species, including largemouth bass which are notorious for causing "the decline, displacement or extinctions of species'' in habitats where they are introduced. The reason these fish are being given free rein to takeover? Purely sport. Sign the petition if you want to see the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) stop stocking invasive fish species! 

                  In the United States, largemouth bass are native to the eastern and central parts of the country. But because they are very popular with anglers, or fishers, they have been widely introduced elsewhere. And they thrive — but to the detriment of native fish, competing for food sources, habitat, and sometimes even preying upon them. Largemouth bass are extremely successful breeders and eaters — they are basically unstoppable. Bottom line: successful sport for human pleasure is not worth jeopardizing the health of our environment. 

                  The invasive fish, introduced for human enjoyment and gain, are stealing resources and space from native species so much so that they are driving them towards extinction. Sign the petition if you want to see local, sustainable fishing supported in California as opposed to harmful, invasive stocking methods! 

                  Thank you, 

                         Kelsey
                        The Care2 Petitions Team 
                       
                           

                  P.S. While fishing can be a sustainable, harmonious way to enjoy and connect with nature, this is not the way. Sign the petition. 
                  
                    
           
     




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From: Kelsey B., Care2 Action Alerts 
Sent: Wednesday, October 06, 2021 11:19 AM
Subject: California is wiping out native species just for human entertainment



  
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