Abstract
Recent progress in the protection of wildlife and wildlife refuges is currently being undermined by the efforts of James Watt, U.S. Secretary of the Interior, who believes that commercial interests should take precedence over the preservation of pristine wilderness areas and wildlife sanctuaries. As populations approach extinction because of programs like decimation of habitats and predator control, the consequent loss is more than simply aesthetic: genetic material unique to each species will be lost forever. Particular issues of immediate concern are the fate of bobcats and whales, inhumane trapping, and the Endangered Species Act. As a longer-term concern, wildlife management's goal should be preserving all species as members in viable, healthy ecosystems.
Recommended Citation
Grandy, John W.
(1982)
"Ethical Issues and Future Directions in Wildlife Management,"
International Journal for the Study of Animal Problems: Vol. 3:
No.
3, Article 17.
Available at:
https://www.wellbeingintlstudiesrepository.org/ijsap/vol3/iss3/17