- An NFL quarterback is facing backlash on social media for his recent bear hunting expedition.
- Carson Wentz, who was released by the Washington Commanders in February, shared photos of the hunt on Instagram.
- Critics have condemned Wentz’s actions as “barbaric” and “pathetic.”
An NFL quarterback, Carson Wentz, is receiving backlash for hunting and killing a black bear in Alaska. Photos of the hunt were shared on social media, sparking outrage and criticism.
Wentz, who was released by the Washington Commanders in February, posted a carousel of images from his hunting trip on Instagram. Several photos captured Wentz smiling next to the dead bear while holding a bow and arrow, which drew further scrutiny.
In his caption, Wentz mentioned that hunting a black bear was on his “bucket list” and expressed his excitement about the experience.
While black bear hunting is legal in Alaska, the controversy surrounding the sport was brought to the forefront through comments on Wentz’s post. Many social media users condemned the act as “barbaric” and criticized him for posing with the deceased animal.
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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game confirms the legality of black bear hunting, but this incident has ignited a larger debate about the ethics and morality of the practice. Social media users have voiced their concern and disapproval, highlighting the need for a more in-depth discussion on hunting and its impact on wildlife conservation.
It is essential to note that black bears currently have a classification of “least concern” on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s red list. However, some subspecies have faced conservation concerns, indicating the complexities surrounding the issue.
At the time of writing, representatives for Carson Wentz have not responded to requests for comment.
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