Wild Animals

Research relating to hunting, trapping, endangered species, "exotic" pets, wildlife trade, conservation, and related subjects.

Lead Ammunition Poisons Eagles And Bears Across Canada

Sep 17 2026 Meghann Cant

Lead ammunition used in big-game hunting scatters hundreds of kilograms of this toxic metal across Canada each year, putting eagles, bears, and other scavengers at risk. READ MORE

Lead Ammunition Poisons Eagles And Bears Across Canada

Lead ammunition used in big-game hunting scatters hundreds of kilograms of this toxic metal across Canada each year, putting eagles, bears, and other scavengers at risk. READ MORE

Sep 17 2026 Meghann Cant

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May 7 2025 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – May 2025

This month’s Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about the decline of fur farming in China, the damage fireworks can do to wild animal welfare, the scale of global duck slaughter, and more. READ MORE

Apr 29 2025 | Alyssa Hanes

Time Well Spent? Using Wild Behavior To Evaluate Captive Animal Welfare

Researchers test assumptions about what captive wild animals truly need to maintain well-being and highlight deficiencies in modern zoo practices. READ MORE

Apr 22 2025 | Mia Elliott

Life In A Jar Is No Life At All

A study of Siamese fighting fishes suggests that larger, well-furnished tanks offer more comfortable living spaces and encourage natural activity. READ MORE

Apr 16 2025 | L'Éthiquerie

Why Are Fireworks Harmful To Wild Animals And What Can Replace Them?

Despite the pleasure that fireworks bring to some people, studies show that they have harmful effects on other animals. This blog looks at their key animal welfare outcomes and potential alternatives. READ MORE

Apr 16 2025 | Jonathan Sutton

Regulation Fails To Curb Shark Deaths

Shark deaths from fishing are still on the rise despite increased regulation. What’s not working and how can we fix it? READ MORE

Apr 10 2025 | Alex Geerts

Defining Positive Animal Welfare

Beyond preventing suffering, positive animal welfare focuses on promoting positive experiences, offering a new framework for research, policy, and advocacy. READ MORE

Apr 9 2025 | Shannon Ray

Balancing Biodiversity And Welfare To Support Wild Animals

Both wildlife conservation and wild animal welfare are scientific fields that revolve around the study of wild animals and the things that impact them. While there are opportunities for these two fields to work together, there are crucial differences in their value systems, research questions, and goals. READ MORE

Apr 7 2025 | Alex Geerts

Animal Advocacy Challenges And Opportunities In Egypt

With an emerging animal advocacy movement, Egypt is facing many challenges. But opportunities in education, public outreach, and partnerships between local and international groups offer a path forward. READ MORE

Apr 4 2025 | David Church

Why The Fur Trade Is Declining In China

Although still the world’s biggest fur industry, China’s fur production has undergone a significant and rapid decline in recent years. READ MORE

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