Wildlife Crime: From Theory to Practice

Wildlife Crime & Conservation

Wildlife Crime: From Theory to Practice examines the causes, impacts, and responses to crimes involving wildlife and the environment. It covers poaching, illegal wildlife trafficking, unregulated fishing, ivory and rhino horn trade, conservation technologies, and the challenges faced by wildlife rangers. Drawing on research and field experience from multiple countries, the book connects criminology, conservation, economics, and law enforcement.

Key Features

• Explores wildlife crime and environmental offenses
• Examines causes and consequences of wildlife crime
• Covers wildlife trafficking and illegal trade
• Discusses species poaching and extinction
• Examines unregulated fishing
• Covers ivory and rhino horn trafficking
• Explores criminological approaches to wildlife crime
• Discusses conservation technologies
• Examines ranger workplaces and conditions
• Connects conservation with law enforcement
• Includes international case studies
• Covers economic, ecological, and social impacts
• Draws on practical field experience
• Includes research from multiple countries
• Supports wildlife conservation and policy studies