Cougars or deer?

News item from the West. Deer herds in western states have declined a little in recent years. Down by half in the last 20 years in Nevada. The conflict is predictable. Wildlife biologists say it's because of habitat loss. Hunting groups say it's because of increasing numbers of predators like coyotoes and cougars. Reading between the lines, it sounds like its more about politics than it is wildlife. Be willing to bet you that biodiversity loses.