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Wildlife Forensic Investigation - Principles and Practice (Hardcover, New)
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Wildlife Forensic Investigation - Principles and Practice (Hardcover, New)
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Wildlife forensics is the application of forensic science to the
conservation and protection of non-domesticated animals, both in
the wild and in captivity. Providing an in-depth introduction to
this rapidly evolving field, Wildlife Forensic Investigation:
Principles and Practice also chronicles aspects of the history of
management, conservation, and environmental protection, with an
emphasis on their global importance in the twenty-first century.
The book examines the crucial role of wildlife forensic
investigation with regard to live animals, dead animals and samples
and covers national, regional, and international legislation. While
the text particularly focuses on forensic science as it relates to
wild animals, it also includes mention of plants and habitats
because of their relevance to conservation. The book discusses
animal welfare as well as the damage that can be inflicted on
humans and property by wildlife. Offering access to sound evidence
based on good science and obtained using the best available
practices, the book is enhanced by case studies from experts who
describe some of their own work. This resource is essential for
those involved in a range of endeavours, including investigating
wildlife crime, identifying animal remains, ascertaining the
circumstances of death of wild species, and other legal proceedings
and activities concerning wildlife. The forensic skills described
in this book can be applied to a wide range of activities (not
necessarily involving the legal process), including environmental
impact assessments, insurance claims, governmental and other
enquiries, checking of trading standards and the inspection of (for
instance) pet-shops, animal boarding establishments, and zoological
collections. The authors point out that one of the most important
requirements of those persons involved in wildlife forensic work is
to retain an open mind. Such personnel should also be conscious of
new developments and evolving techniques and be able to anticipate
situations where their investigative and scientific skills might be
used to advantage-so-called "horizon scanning". Examples of these
are given.
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