Why are Utah hunters killing so many trumpeter swans?

(Tribune file photo) A trumpeter swan is seen in this 2001 photo.

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Brian MafflyPublic lands and environment reporter

Brian Maffly has worked for The Tribune off and on since 1994. Maffly roams Utah, covering public land and environment.