Human-Wildlife Conflict
Human-wildlife conflict is a well known issue worldwide and has occured throughout human history. It ranges from the nuisance (e.g. an animal nesting in human living space) to potentially life-threatening emergencies (e.g. large predators). With increasing human populations and decreasing wildlife habitat, human-wildlife conflict is on the rise.
Some of the most common human-wildlife conflicts in Belize involve crocs - usually caused by humans feeding them, owls - due to open access to house attics, opossums, raccoons - mostly attracted by uncontained trash, skunks, rodents and wild cats - predation on lifestock.
Part of this site's mandate is to share information on possible strategies and solutions for human-wildlife conflict. When possible BWCN advocates non-lethal solutions. Please take a look through the links below for more details.
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