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What is Human-Wildlife Conflict?

Human-Wildlife Conflict refers to the negative interaction between humans and wildlife that result in losses in terms of life, property or resources.

Why is human-wildlife conflict almost inevitable?

Due to an expanding human population, it is almost inevitable that humans will encroach into the natural habitats of the animal kingdom.

How do many nations address human-wildlife conflict?

Many nations have included mitigation of human-wildlife conflict as part of their national environmental team.

What is the definition of human-wildlife conflict according to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)?

<p>Human-wildlife conflict is defined by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) as “any interaction between humans and wildlife that results in negative impacts of human social, economic or cultural life, on the conservation of wildlife populations, or on the environment.”</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the latest UNEP and WWF Report based on Human-Wildlife Conflict?

<p>The title of the latest UNEP and WWF Report based on Human-Wildlife Conflict is ‘Future for All’.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Human-Wildlife Conflict

Negative interactions between humans and wildlife, resulting in losses of life, property, or resources.

Why is human-wildlife conflict almost inevitable?

Expanding human population leads to encroachment into natural habitats.

How do nations address human-wildlife conflict?

Mitigation of human-wildlife conflict is part of their national environmental team.

WWF's Definition of Human-Wildlife Conflict

Any interaction between humans and wildlife resulting in negative impacts on human life, wildlife populations, or the environment.

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Title of the UNEP and WWF Report

'A Future for All'.

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Study Notes

Human-Wildlife Conflict

Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) refers to the interaction between humans and wildlife that results in negative impacts on both humans and wildlife.

Inevitability of Human-Wildlife Conflict

Human-wildlife conflict is almost inevitable due to the encroachment of human settlements and agriculture into natural habitats, leading to competition for resources and space.

Addressing Human-Wildlife Conflict

Many nations address human-wildlife conflict through a combination of conservation efforts, conflict mitigation strategies, and human-wildlife coexistence approaches.

Definition of Human-Wildlife Conflict

According to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), human-wildlife conflict is defined as "any situation where the needs and interests of humans and wildlife overlap, leading to negative impacts on both humans and wildlife."