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

In the Spotlight

Jun 20 2024 | Katy Myers

How Do Fireworks Affect Wild Geese?

This study found that New Year’s Eve fireworks cause wild geese to change their behavior, such as increasing their flight and changing roost sites. READ MORE

Jun 14 2024 | David Church

Legal Protection For Aquatic Species Has Improved But Remains Lacking

In the last 100 years, the legal protection of whales, dolphins, orcas, tuna, and octopuses has increased. Much more advocacy is needed to make this legal protection widespread and enforceable. READ MORE

Jun 13 2024 | Stephen Vrla

When Wild Animal Traps Harm Companion Animals

Traps used to catch and kill wild animals for their fur can also injure or kill cats and dogs. What is the scope of this harm in Canada, and what can advocates do to mitigate it? READ MORE

Jun 6 2024 | David Rooney

Understanding The Causes Of Californian Mountain Lion Mortality

Despite a hunting ban, California’s mountain lions still face significant risk. What factors affect their survival? READ MORE

Jun 5 2024 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – June 2024

This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about illuminated fishing nets, the scale of egg consumption in the U.S., funding for animals in Africa, and more. READ MORE

Jun 5 2024 | Abby Steketee

What Is Wild Animal Welfare Physiology?

This paper proposes how and why we should use physiological markers to study the welfare of animals in the wild. READ MORE

Jun 4 2024 | Teresa Gallo

Trophy Hunting In South Africa: Conservation Or Business?

From 2014-2018, South Africa was the world’s second-most exporter of wild animal trophies. Is trophy hunting a tool for conservation, as the government and hunting industry claim? READ MORE