Wildlife generally means non-domesticated animals that are large enough to see. It does not usually include microfauna or ranched animals. Adapting the definition used by the ODP, Wildlife Ecology is a branch of science dealing with the interrelationships of wildlife with their own species and other animals, and with their nonliving environment. These relationships include physiological responses of individuals, structure and dynamics of populations, interactions among species, organization of biological communities, and processing of energy and matter in ecosystems. However, as a science, Wildlife Ecology generally excludes fish and fisheries. Fisheries Ecology has developed its own tradition and methodology. The distinction of course is a convention. Wildlife Management is included here because in practice, management is generally (though not invariably) based on ecological principles and knowledge. However it often incorporates an additional component of human interaction: it has been described as "a triad that includes habitat, people, and animals, and the interactions that occur between them" (See also: http: / / www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu / whc / Krausman.html.
The site, updated regularly, provides current information about Australian wildlife including well-researched articles, the latest news in the papers and scientific press, and reviews of recent books and CD's. Topical issues are thrown open for input from www.australianwildlife.com.au
Study of the distribution and reproductive status of grassland birds with respect to condition of grassland habitat in Virginia. www.fw.vt.edu/fisheries/wildeco.htm
Publications and videos on management and control of nuisance animals and birds; also information on desireable wildlife and fish farming. www.oznet.ksu.edu/library/wldlf2
The International Wilderness Leadership (WILD) Foundation supports the protection and appropriate use of critical wilderness areas, wildland values and endangered wildlife throughout the world. www.wild.org/welcome.html
The CaIIWG is a group of individuals from the academic, public, private, and regulatory sectors whose purpose is to foster communication of technical information related to the ecology, distribution, and management of California's inland invertebrates. ice.ucdavis.edu/California_Inland_Invertebrate_Work_Group
Delta is an independent, non-profit, waterfowl conservation organization. Delta's mission is to promote sustainable waterfowl populations for the enjoyment of future generations. www.deltawaterfowl.org
Group of professionals in all areas of wildlife ecology, conservation, and management from California, Nevada, Hawaii, and the Pacific Islands. www.tws-west.org
One of the tasks handled is to help landowners reduce crop damage caused by wildlife. Elephants can cause great damage to plantations. To reduce that damage, DWNP has developed an elephant trans-location program. www.si.edu/elephant
Established to address the special needs of Arctic species and their habitats in the rapidly developing Arctic region. It forms a program of the Arctic Environmental Protection Strategy (AEPS). www.grida.no/caff
A system of understanding one's environment. It is built over generations, as people depend on the land and sea for their food, materials, and culture. www.mnh.si.edu/arctic/html/tek.html
Regional research network focused on wildlife ecology in the marine, coastal and terrestrial ecosystems of Atlantic Canada. landscape.acadiau.ca/acwern
Studies and surveys on Arizona wildlife and their management, information about management programs, and related topics. Topics include elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, black bear, and other desert fauna in different habitats. www.gf.state.az.us/../wildlife_conservation.html
An intensive study of this component of the forest's biodiversity, including jaguars (Panthera onca), pumas (Puma concolor), ocelots (Leopardus pardalis), and pygmy skunks (Spilogale pygmaea). www.prodigyweb.net.mx/hidalgom/defaulting.html
A cost effective way to provide more waterfowl migration habitat may be to use seasonally inundated cropland for this purpose. The seasonal strategy could provide habitat for geese and ducks during the spring and fall migration periods, and the land coul ianrpubs.unl.edu/wildlife/nf206.htm
Promotes non-lethal wildlife management. Information about the Black Bear Sterilization Project, mission statement, contact information, and donation form. wildlifesciences.org
Links to relevant resources on the impact and mitigation of human activities on wildlife. From the Department of Renewable Resources, University of Alberta. www.rr.ualberta.ca/wildlife_impacts
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