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While (IMO) no one has a definite answer on the exinction speculation (pro or con) I believe you made an astute observation. Does it make sense to try and learn as much as possible about these entities before forming any opinions regarding them? IMO, this would ideally consist of not only gathering as much information from existing sources but also applied study by spending as much time as practical afield in the natural environment of the subject. One benefit that will be realized is an awareness of the natural environment that even those living in rural settings often are totally oblivious thereof. Requisite to not only getting the concrete and steel mindset out of your system is to also leave all preconceptions and inherent bias at your doorstep as well. If that can be attained, it will open up an entire world, previously unknown, existing right under your feet and before your eyes. At that point, am betting you will be in for quite the surprise. Or, would rushing into the situation in a belligerent and bovine fashion with malevolent intent predicated upon a philosophy derived from ego and monetary gain be more palatable? As a former practitioner of that M.O., I can honestly state it not only will prove unsuccessful, but ultimately a textbook exercise in frustration, failure and if continued, desperation. The host of individuals and groups that went down that path and then succumbed to the disillusionment inherent in the exercise stand before us as compelling evidence of such. Education, followed by knowledge with intelligent wisdom applied or blind adherence to policies that have feet of clay?