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Petition to E-Bay to Stop Selling Trophy Hunts on it's WebSite Of Lions, Leopards, Bears, Wolves
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    1. eBay Public Relations (+ 2 others)
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      • eBay Public Relations (Nicola Sharpe)
      • eBay Senior Regulatory Counsel (Jack Christin)
      • eBay's Global Citizenship Group (Amy Skoczlas-Cole)
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    holmen, WI
About this Petition Petition Letter








URGE EBAY TO STOP SELLING TROPHY HUNTS OF LIONS, LEOPARDS, BEARS, WOLVES

 

In February, Big Wildlife, Alaska Wildlife Alliance, and Raincoast Conservation urged eBay to halt the sale of trophy hunts of lions, leopards, bears, wolves, cougars, and other large predators on its website. (Scroll down to end of alert to some trophy hunting items recently posted on eBay. )
The online auction and shopping website – known more for its sales of doll collections  and jewelry – regularly permits postings of guided hunts of carnivores throughout the U.S., Canada, and abroad. Unfortunately, Big Wildlife recently received a letter from eBay Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, Tod Cohen, informing us that the company had no interest in halting its sales of trophy hunts.

In eBay's letter to us, Mr. Cohen wrote:
"While these decisions are never easy for us to make, the conclusion to this broad decision-making process is that we will not be expanding the scope of hunting experiences prohibited at this time. eBay is an open marketplace based on the principle that anyone can buy or sell just about anything, as long as those sales comply with applicable laws and our policies...," wrote Mr. Cohen.

In his letter, Mr. Cohen clarified that eBay has refused to post the sale of items the company and the general public find "offensive." For example, Mr. Cohen wrote, "Nazi paraphernalia is not only offensive to millions of people but much of it is illegal to possess and sale in Germany, Austria, Italy, and France.

 So eBay decided years ago to prohibit the sale of most Nazi items within our 'Offensive Material" policy. This policy also gives us the direction to remove items 'when the item or description graphically portrays violence or victims of violence and lacks substantial social, artistic, or political value.'"

Big Wildlife believes trophy hunting of majestic animals like leopards, lions, and bears for "sport" is not only scientifically indefensible but incredibly offensive to most people.

Expansive hunting of top predators also ignores the importance these species play in natural systems. As "keystone species," they help sustain ecological integrity and preserve species diversity.

We do support and applaud other campaigns by animal rights groups against eBay.



SOME RECENTLY POSTED ITEMS ON eBay:

"Africa Dangerous Game Maile  Lion Hunt: This auction price of $12,500 is the 50% deposit required to book the hunt the remaing 50% will be due on arrival, which is $12,500. The main difference between the different Lions is the size of the mane. The more expensive Lions have bigger black manes while the ones with less pronounced manes cost less. This is all based on good genes."

"Africa Dangerous Game Leopard Hunt: Dreamin of having a leopard trophy on your wall, dream no more. We could help you with leopard hunting  in South Africa...African leopard hunting is usually done by baiting with freshly killed antelope and other prey species. African leopards may also be hunted by tracking. Some African leopards are hunted after being spotted by a hunting party on safari. Once a leopard is spotted it can be tracked and taken by the hunter. Some countries in Africa currently allow leopards to be hunted with dogs and this has become a popular and effective way of hunting them." Price: $8,500.

“Ontario Timber Wolf Hunt, Near 100 Opp on Wolf: The hunt is a real hunting adventure! Near 100% opportunity on timber wolf, we hunt over bait in a heated treestand...Choose any weapon.” Price: $699.
 
“2009 Alberta Wolf Hunt, 100% Opp, Hunt Over Bait: We’re overrun with wolves, we have trophy wolves.” Price: $1,199.00.
 
“2009 Spring Black Bear Hunt With Hounds: Price Includes 2 Bears. We hunt Black Bears with hounds, hunters have the opportunity to hunt black bears or the desirable colour phased bear in brown, blonde or cinnamon tones." Price: $3,999.00

“Alaska Spring or Summer Grizzly Bear Hunt: "Wow Fall Sale, Only $5899, That's Over $7,000 in Savings. "

Recent Signatures

stop posting sales of trophy hunts

Dear Sir's

Immediately stop posting sales of trophy hunts of top carnivores including lions, leopards, bears, wolves, coyotes, and other predators.

 Trophy hunting of majestic animals like leopards, lions, and bears for "sport" is not only scientifically indefensible but incredibly offensive to most people.

Expansive hunting of top predators also ignores the importance these species play in natural systems. As "keystone species," they help sustain ecological integrity and preserve species diversity.

Renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” 

Many states have banned barbaric hunting methods, such as hounding and baiting, and inhumane wildlife “management” practices.

 Communities are moving away from lethal controls of species like cougars and bears to cope with conflicts and instead employing preventative, humane measures to avoid encounters with wildlife.

Some species, such as wolves and grizzly bears, have been afforded federal and state protections, ultimately rescuing them from extinction.

And society in general is developing a better understanding of the importance wildlife such as top and mid-level carnivores play in maintaining ecosystem health
 
So Stop with the Trophy Hunts !!

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