Wildlife Ethics is the first systematic, book-length discussion of
the ethics of wildlife conservation and management, and examines
the key ethical questions and controversies. Tackling both theory
and practice, the text is divided into two parts. The first
describes key concepts, ethical theories, and management models
relating to wildlife; the second puts these concepts, theories, and
models to work, illustrating their significance through detailed
case studies on controversies in wildlife management and
conservation. The book explores pressing topics including human
responsibilities due to climate change, tradeoffs when managing
zoonotic disease risks, the ethics of the wildlife trade, culling
non-native species, indigenous wildlife use, and zoo-based
conservation programs. Readers are encouraged to explore different
ways of valuing wild animals and their practical implications. This
essential text: Explains and explores relationships between valuing
biodiversity, human utility, ecosystems, species, and animal
welfare Describes established approaches to wildlife management,
such as sustainable use, and emerging concepts, such as
compassionate conservation Discusses key ethical theories,
including utilitarianism, ecocentrism, and animal rights Offers a
practical model of how to analyze ethical issues in wildlife
management and conservation Wildlife Ethics: The Ethics of Wildlife
Management and Conservation is an accessible introduction to
complex ethical issues, making the book an important resource for
students in fields such as conservation biology, ecology,
environmental science and policy, game management, public health
and veterinary medicine. It will also be an invaluable tool for
wildlife managers, conservationists, One Health practitioners,
practicing veterinarians and animal rehabilitation staff,
contemporary wildlife professionals and other stakeholders.
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