Following the death of Cecil the lion, advocates concluded that responsible hunting can help preserve wildlife and wilderness. Critics also noted that eco-tourism can do the just the same only with fewer casualties.

While irresponsible tourism may pose subtler threats, it can generally save wildlife without sacrificing any lives in the process. Research also suggests that trophy hunting can help protect habitat for endangered animals. It may help control wildlife overpopulation especially in places where people have disrupted natural ecosystems.

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