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The practice of protecting wild animals, plants, and their habitats in order to prevent their extinction and promote their sustainable use.
Species that are at risk of extinction due to factors such as habitat loss, poaching, pollution, and climate change.
Measures taken to safeguard endangered species from threats and ensure their survival, such as legal protection, habitat restoration, and captive breeding programs.
Efforts to protect and restore natural habitats that are crucial for the survival of wildlife, including forests, wetlands, coral reefs, and grasslands.
Illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals, often driven by the demand for their body parts, skins, or trophies.
The unlawful buying, selling, and transportation of wildlife and their products, posing a major threat to many endangered species.
Protected areas managed for the conservation of wildlife and their habitats, offering legal protection and opportunities for scientific research and ecotourism.
Designated areas where wildlife is protected from hunting, poaching, and habitat destruction, providing safe havens for endangered species.
An international agreement aimed at regulating the trade of endangered species and their products to ensure their survival in the wild.
Efforts to protect and preserve the variety of life on Earth, including genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity.
Financial resources allocated for wildlife conservation projects, including government grants, private donations, and revenue from ecotourism.
Approaches that involve local communities in the management and protection of wildlife and their habitats, recognizing their role as key stakeholders.
The responsible utilization of natural resources, including wildlife, in a way that maintains their long-term viability and benefits local communities.
Long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns, posing significant challenges to wildlife conservation by altering habitats and disrupting ecosystems.
Efforts to raise awareness and promote understanding of wildlife conservation issues among the general public, aiming to inspire action and behavior change.
Government regulations and actions aimed at addressing environmental challenges, including wildlife conservation, pollution control, and natural resource management.
Non-native species that are introduced to new environments and cause harm to native wildlife and ecosystems, often outcompeting native species for resources.
Designated regions that receive legal protection due to their ecological, biological, or cultural significance, providing safe havens for wildlife.
Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of local communities, and educates visitors about wildlife and conservation.
A process that evaluates the potential environmental effects of proposed projects or policies, including their impact on wildlife and ecosystems.
The application of genetic principles and techniques to the conservation and management of wildlife populations, including genetic diversity assessment and breeding programs.
Strips of habitat that connect fragmented landscapes, allowing wildlife to move between different areas, maintain genetic diversity, and access essential resources.
Designated zones in oceans and seas that receive legal protection to conserve marine ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and breeding grounds for marine species.
Government regulations, laws, and strategies aimed at promoting wildlife conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
The process of providing care and treatment to injured, orphaned, or sick wildlife with the goal of releasing them back into their natural habitats.
The use of advanced tools and techniques, such as remote sensing, GPS tracking, and DNA analysis, to monitor wildlife populations, combat poaching, and inform conservation efforts.
Non-profit groups and NGOs dedicated to wildlife conservation, conducting research, implementing conservation projects, and advocating for policy changes.
The science and practice of controlling and regulating wildlife populations and their habitats to ensure their long-term viability and balance with human activities.
Laws and guidelines that govern the hunting of wildlife, including bag limits, hunting seasons, and licensing requirements, to prevent overexploitation and maintain sustainable populations.
Principles and values that guide ethical decision-making in wildlife conservation, considering the intrinsic value of species, animal welfare, and the rights of future generations.
The illegal trade of wildlife and their products, including live animals, skins, ivory, and traditional medicines, contributing to species decline and organized crime.
Laws and regulations enacted by governments to protect wildlife, preserve habitats, and regulate human activities that impact the environment.
Examples of successful wildlife conservation efforts that have led to the recovery and population growth of endangered species, such as the bald eagle and giant panda.
Systematic assessments of wildlife populations and their habitats, using various methods such as camera traps, aerial surveys, and acoustic monitoring.
Key obstacles and threats to wildlife conservation, including habitat loss, climate change, poaching, pollution, invasive species, and human-wildlife conflict.
The process of identifying and ranking species, habitats, or regions that require urgent conservation action based on their vulnerability, ecological importance, and feasibility of intervention.
Encounters and disputes between humans and wildlife, often arising from competition for resources, crop damage, livestock predation, or threats to human safety.
Efforts to inform and educate the public about the importance of wildlife conservation, promoting responsible behavior and fostering a sense of stewardship towards nature.
Collaborative initiatives between governments, NGOs, local communities, and other stakeholders to address wildlife conservation challenges and achieve shared conservation goals.
Efforts to influence public opinion, policy decisions, and resource allocation in favor of wildlife conservation, often through campaigns, lobbying, and public awareness campaigns.
The systematic collection and analysis of data to assess the status and trends of wildlife populations, measure the effectiveness of conservation interventions, and guide management decisions.
The assessment of the effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of wildlife conservation policies and programs, aiming to improve their design and implementation.
Scientific studies and investigations conducted to generate knowledge and understanding of wildlife ecology, behavior, threats, and conservation strategies.
The process of setting goals, identifying strategies, and allocating resources for the conservation of wildlife and their habitats, often involving stakeholder engagement and scientific analysis.
The process of selecting and implementing actions to achieve conservation objectives, considering ecological, social, economic, and political factors.
The ability to inspire and mobilize individuals and organizations towards wildlife conservation goals, fostering collaboration, innovation, and positive change.
The effective and strategic use of communication tools and techniques to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and promote behavior change in support of wildlife conservation.
The systems, processes, and institutions that govern wildlife conservation, including policy development, legal frameworks, and decision-making structures.
The study of the economic aspects of wildlife conservation, including the valuation of ecosystem services, cost-benefit analysis of conservation projects, and sustainable financing mechanisms.
Efforts to address and resolve conflicts between different stakeholders in wildlife conservation, seeking win-win solutions that balance ecological, social, and economic interests.
Efforts to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and resources of individuals and organizations involved in wildlife conservation, enabling them to effectively address conservation challenges.