Greek prosecutor orders removal of wolves from national park, sparking scientific backlash

From Ekathimerini.com:

A Greek prosecutor has ordered the removal of wolves from Mount Parnitha National Park near Athens and their relocation to northern Greece – a decision that has shocked scientists and conservationists, who warn it is both ecologically damaging and logistically unworkable.

The directive, issued about ten days ago by the prosecutor for animal protection, instructs the Parnitha forestry service to capture the wolves and transport them to another region. Authorities, caught off guard, are now scrambling to determine how to carry out the order.

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