The one they darted and unsnarled was still alive; therefore, we are required to do what we can to give it a chance at survival. Once it is given the shot to get up on its own, we have to let nature take its course. There wasn't anything else they could have done. It may not make sense but what gov't agency makes sense when it comes to "some" wildlife management programs. Sometimes it makes sense but other times, like this, it "appears" like it doesn't
