Wildlife Ethics - The Ethics of Wildlife Management and Conservation

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Rather than promoting a single ethical viewpoint, the authors present multiple ethical frameworks and demonstrate how they influence real-world conservation decisions. The book is divided into two parts: the first introduces the foundations of wildlife ethics, while the second applies those concepts through detailed case studies covering current conservation controversies.

The book covers topics including:

• Introduction to wildlife ethics
• Human relationships with wildlife
• Valuing wildlife
• The value of ecosystems
• Biodiversity conservation
• The moral status of individual wild animals
• Animal welfare versus species conservation
• Ethical theories in wildlife management
• Utilitarianism
• Animal rights
• Ecocentrism
• Wildlife management models
• Sustainable use
• Compassionate conservation
• Human–wildlife conflict
• Moral disagreement in conservation
• Rhino horn trade
• Deer overpopulation in urban environments
• Management of invasive species
• Predator-free conservation programs
• Indigenous wildlife use
• Whaling ethics
• Zoo-based conservation
• Wildlife research ethics
• Toe-clipping and animal marking
• Zoonotic disease management
• Bat conservation and public health
• Wind farms and wildlife impacts
• Climate change interventions
• Polar bear conservation
• Practical ethical decision-making frameworks
• Future directions in wildlife ethics

Throughout the book, the authors encourage readers to critically evaluate competing values rather than search for simple answers. Practical case studies demonstrate how ethical reasoning can be applied to complex conservation decisions involving biodiversity, ecosystem protection, animal welfare, public health, and human interests. The result is a balanced, interdisciplinary resource that is equally valuable for academic study and professional practice.

Who is this book for?

• Wildlife veterinarians
• Conservation biologists
• Wildlife managers
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary public health professionals
• One Health practitioners
• Animal welfare scientists
• Environmental scientists
• Ecologists
• Policymakers involved in wildlife conservation