Why doesn't the WS program just encourage bounties for problem predators?

Bounties generally are not effective in controlling wildlife damage for a variety of reasons. No matter how carefully a bounty program is regulated, killing of animals not responsible for damage and fraudulent claims are likely to occur. In addition, offending animals may become shy of humans and traps, eluding capture and continuing damage. Bounty programs serve to stimulate general population reduction efforts rather than focused problem solving efforts. WS livestock protection efforts are specifically targeted to resolve ongoing or anticipated losses rather than the general reduction of predator populations.