In Northern California, rancher Joel Torres faces challenges from wolves attacking his cattle on Prather Ranch. As an organic farm focusing on stress-free beef production, Torres describes the brutal nature of wolf attacks that leave cows mortally injured. With wolves protected under the endangered species list, he feels helpless as his calves are killed or severely harmed. The clash between ranching practices and the resurgence of wolves highlights the complex dynamics of wildlife conservation in the region, compelling ranchers like Torres to endure the consequences of these apex predators.
"They've just been tearing into our baby calves, mostly our yearlings."
"It's crazy, the endurance of these animals. They'll just take it."
"I hate 'em," said Joel Torres, 25, his easy smile fading as he explained what the apex predators do to the cattle in his care..."
"He'd like to shoot the wolves, too, at least a few, to teach the pack that there are 'consequences to coming around here and tearing into our cattle.'"
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