The government says that South African herds are growing at a rate of 6 percent a year.

The herd grew to 400 animals over the next two decades, and hunting began in the 1950s.

Outside the Government, there is confusion about whether the herd is growing.

Critics blame Yellowstone officials for letting the herds grow beyond what the park can support.

In 1900 reindeer were introduced on the island and by 1917, the herd had grown to over 10,000 animals.

By 2010 the herd of cattle numbered 270 and was steadily growing.

By February, he said, his herd was growing sick from hunger.

The herd thrived in the new locale and quickly grew to about 80 animals.

Our herds grow small and soon there will be hunger.

Now, he knew why the herds were growing thin.