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Feb 13 2025 | Jenny Amphaeris

Cultural Differences Impact Perceptions Of Free-Roaming Animals

A survey reveals cultural differences in how free-roaming animals are perceived and what kinds of interventions are supported by the public in India and the United States. READ MORE

Dec 24 2024 | Carolina Dolan

Can Contraceptives Improve Wild Animal Welfare?

Contraceptives present an alternative to lethal control of wild animal populations. This paper provides a theoretical overview of their potential benefits. READ MORE

Oct 21 2024 | Thyl Moors

Non-Lethal Regulation: A Guide To Developing Rodent Contraceptives

This article proposes a framework to help researchers develop rodent contraceptives and lists the key steps to follow. READ MORE

Jul 16 2024 | Elena Schaller

How To Manage Brucellosis In Yellowstone

In the U.S., wild bison with brucellosis are slaughtered due to fears that the disease will spread to cows. Vaccinating bison and other wild animals could protect them from disease, and prevent culling. READ MORE

Mar 12 2024 | Robert Walker

Evaluating A Community Cat Management Program In Japan

To prevent stray cats being euthanized in shelters, Japan enacted a program including TNR and vaccinations for free-roaming cats. This case study explores whether the initiative is achieving its goals. READ MORE

Jan 11 2024 | Elena Schaller

Do Cat Advocates Make Good Citizen Scientists?

To improve the quality of free-roaming cat research, this study evaluates advocates on their ability to identify cats in smartphone photos. READ MORE

Aug 3 2023 | Bob Jacobs

Wild Animal Fertility Control In Europe

Contraceptives may be a humane, cost-effective, and more publicly acceptable alternative to killing wild animals. READ MORE

Jul 25 2023 | Julia Stachofsky

Public Opinion On Stray Cat Management In China

Social media data from Chinese platform Weibo may help animal advocates promote better stray cat care interventions. READ MORE

May 1 2023 | Katy Myers

Tourism And Free-Ranging Dogs: A Risky Combination

Free ranging dogs can create a variety of issues for ecosystems. This study found that they often follow tourists into protected natural areas where they may pose a problem for conservation. READ MORE

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