Comment submitted by Thomas Stewart

Prairie dogs are an important component of our Western ecosystems. If they are causing a problem in certain localities, they should be strategically removed by selective means. Inhumane and nonselective poisons like Rozol have no place in a modern wildlife management program. The decimation and tainting of non-target species such as game fowl, and the threat to rare animals and raptors are too high a price to pay for the convenience of poison. I ask that the EPA immediately ban the use of Rozol (chlorophacinone) grain bait to exterminate prairie dogs. It's continued use is like using car bombs to eliminate pick-pockets in a crowded city. No native species should be exterminated, anyway. Please find other ways to balance priorities, manage the resources, and maintain the multiple values of our lands. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Thomas Stewart 3316 Cagua Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87110-2024