Human-Wildlife Interactions: From Conflict to Coexistence by Michael R. Conover

Description: Human-Wildlife Interactions by Michael R. Conover, Denise O. Conover As more and more humans and wildlife crowd into the same limited space, human-wildlife interactions can threaten human health, safety or food supply. This second edition of Human-Wildlife Interactions: From Conflict to Coexistence provides a comprehensive review of the severity of these problems and the methods used to resolve such clashes. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book won the 2023 The Wildlife Society Publication Award in the authored book category.Human-wildlife interactions increase exponentially as more and more humans and wildlife crowd into the same limited space. Such interactions often become conflicts when wildlife threaten human health and safety, well-being, or the food supply. This second edition of Human-Wildlife Interactions: From Conflict to Coexistence provides a comprehensive review of the severity of these problems and the methods used to resolve clashes between humans and wildlife.During his forty-year career as a wildlife professor and scientist, Dr. Michael Conover, founder of journal Human-Wildlife Interactions, has become a recognized leader of the scientific field of human-wildlife interactions. In this book, he presents the range of methods for wildlife damage management, including employing lethal methods; distributing supplemental food; changing the behavior of either humans or wildlife; and excluding or repelling wildlife. Backed by numerous case studies and informative side bars, the book documents resolutions to specific human-wildlife conflicts throughout the literature.Containing full color illustrations throughout, the second edition of Human-Wildlife Interactions: From Conflict to Coexistence provides authoritative coverage and depth of both theoretical and practical information. It serves as an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and professional wildlife managers.Disclaimer: Figure 7.7 (b) on page 251 was incorrectly attributed in previous printings. The photographer of figure 7.7 (b) is Cynthia Herrick. Author Biography Michael R. Conover, PhD is a professor in the Wildland Resources Department of Utah State University and has taught and studied wildlife biology since the 1970s.Denise O. Conover, Ph.D. is a retired senior lecturer in the History Department of Utah State University and has taught and studied diplomatic and military history since the 1970s. Table of Contents 1. Philosophy 2. Threats to Human Safety 3. Zoonotic Diseases 4. Economics 5. Exotic Species 6. Fear-Provoking Stimuli 7. Chemical Repellents 8. Exclusion 9. Diversion 10. Habitat Manipulation 11. Wildlife Translocation 12. Fertility Control 13. Lethal Control 14. Human Dimensions Appendix: Latin Names for Species Mentioned in the Text Details ISBN1138394092 ISBN-10 1138394092 ISBN-13 9781138394094 Format Hardcover Edition 2nd Imprint CRC Press Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Author Denise O. Conover Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd AU Release Date 2022-01-06 NZ Release Date 2022-01-06 UK Release Date 2022-01-06 Year 2022 Publication Date 2022-01-06 Illustrations 19 Tables, black and white; 23 Line drawings, color; 41 Line drawings, black and white; 128 Halftones, color; 13 Halftones, black and white; 151 Illustrations, color; 54 Illustrations, black and white Subtitle From Conflict to Coexistence Edition Description 2nd edition Alternative 9781032134499 DEWEY 639.9 Audience Professional & Vocational Replaces 9781566705387 Pages 526 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134987785;

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