Program Term Archive
Terrestrial Wildlife
Coexisting with Deer
Terrestrial WildlifeTraditionally ungulates were considered even or odd-toed hoofed animals, however, as genetics demonstrated new relationships between species, the number of animals who qualify as ungulates expanded. Ungulates include (but are...
Coexisting with Birds
Terrestrial WildlifeThe diversity of birds throughout the world is simply astounding. From the tiniest hummingbird to the prehistoric-looking California condor, from seabirds to songbirds and ducks; bird are globally ubiquitous. It...
Support for Federal Funding for Beaver Coexistence
Terrestrial WildlifeAWI is working to develop federal legislation that would establish a national beaver conflict-mitigation grant program to help tribes, states, agencies, local governments, landowners, conservation organizations, and others pay for nonlethal...
Coexisting with Beavers
Terrestrial WildlifeThe American beaver (Castor canadensis) is a keystone species whose ponds and wetlands help replenish groundwater, serve as buffers against wildfires, and provide habitat for a wide variety of wildlife....
Coexisting with Bears
Terrestrial WildlifeHistorically, grizzly bears (Ursus arctos horribilis) inhabited most of the western contiguous United States, while black bears (Ursus americanus) were common in forested areas throughout the country. However, the combination...
Companion Animals in Traps
Terrestrial WildlifeAWI opposes the use of steel-jaw traps for wildlife. The indiscriminate use of these traps poses grave danger to companion animals as well, when traps are hidden along wildlife trails...
Commercial Pet Trade of Terrestrial Wildlife
Terrestrial WildlifeFew customers in pet stores—seeing parrots, reptiles, spiders and newts—realize that these animals are the survivors of a trade that kills many millions of animals per year.
Clark R. Bavin Wildlife Law Enforcement Awards
Terrestrial WildlifeRecognizing those who demonstrate commitment and excellence in the enforcement of national and international wildlife protection laws. The Clark R. Bavin Wildlife Law Enforcement Award recognizes individuals and organizations that...
Animals in Entertainment
Terrestrial WildlifePerhaps the most abusive trade in wild animals is that which serves no other purpose than human entertainment. Countless wild animals are removed from the wild for entertainment purposes every...
Animals as Commodities
Terrestrial WildlifeApproximately 15% of highly threatened mammals and birds have declined as a result of trade. Much of this trade is for luxury products, including clothes, jewelry, ornament, accessories, and trophies,...