Wild Horse Roundup Allowed to Proceed in Wyoming

The U.S. Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals has overruled wild horse advocates, allowing the roundup of nearly 800 wild horses in southwest Wyoming. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will conduct the roundup in an area where private, state, and federal lands intermingle.

The Rock Springs Grazing Association demanded the roundup, claiming that the horses are depleting resources needed by other wildlife and livestock in the area.

However, pro-horse groups argue that the BLM failed to adhere to environmental laws when planning to remove wild horses from three herd management areas in southern Wyoming. Despite these concerns, the court's ruling permits the roundup to proceed.

State officials assert that wild horse populations negatively impact public land habitats. Governor Matt Mead expressed satisfaction with the ruling, while pro-horse groups expressed disappointment, stating it prioritizes private interests over public lands.

Originally posted by Wyoming Public Media.