The famous cartoon by Clifford Berryman portraying Theodore Roosevelt as an ethical hunter who believed in fair chase and respect for animals he hunted. Although he has a less than evolved attitude toward predators%2C hunting historians today say Roosevelt%2C as a student of science%2C would embrace the knowledge that touts their important ecological role. They say he would be opposed to predator-killing contests and be appalled by the practice of running down wolves and coyotes on snowmobiles.