dufus Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 Thirsty camels are invading properties in Aboriginal lands in Australia in search of water. More than 10,000 of the animals will be shot from helicopters in a five-day cull Thousands of camels in South Australia will be killed to stop them drinking water in the drought-stricken region following a plea from Aboriginal leaders. More than 10,000 feral camels will be shot using professional shooters in helicopters from Wednesday. The action will be taken following complaints that the thirsty animals are invading properties in search of water in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara lands (AYP). The five-day long culling also follows fears that the camels are a contributor to global warming as they emit methane gases equating to one tonne of carbon dioxide a year. Tim Moore, chief executive of carbon farming specialists RegenCo, said one million feral camels emitting the effect of a tonne of CO2 per year was akin to an additional 400,000 cars on the road. APY hopes the culling will lead to carbon credits being awarded. Marita Baker, APY executive board member, told The Australian : "We have been stuck in stinking hot and uncomfortable conditions, feeling unwell, because the camels are coming in and knocking down fences, getting in around the houses and trying to get to water through airconditioners. According to National Feral Camel Management Plan, the feral camel population would double every nine years if a pest control plan is not introduced. But the country's Department of Energy and Environment said emissions from feral animals such as camels should not be included in emissions estimate as they are not under domestic management. A statement says: "Australia does not report on emissions from feral animals. "Therefore, activities that change the emissions from feral animals cannot be subject to an Emissions Reduction Fund method, as they are unable to result in eligible carbon abatement and cannot contribute to Australia’s emissions reduction targets." sauce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aum Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 We (humans) are the culprits but we kill the innocents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mp68terr Posted January 8, 2020 Share Posted January 8, 2020 Camels don't vote, those in the coal-related industry do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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