Ethics

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Embracing the Ethics of Conservation

Island Conservation and animal welfare organizations formalize wildlife control ethics guidelines, and urge others to integrate these principles into their work. By: Gregg Howald Since its inception, Island Conservation has recognized the importance of animal welfare in the planning and implementation of invasive species removal projects. In a recent paper, we applied our experience and expertise […]

Written by on November 6, 2017

Philosophy Talks: Mind and Nature

Communications Specialist Sara Kaiser engages philosopher Nickolas Knightly in a conversation about mind and nature. Does philosophy have a place in conservation? Philosophical inquiry can provide pathways to broader and clearer understandings of the daily efforts and deeper purposes of any pursuit, including conservation. The process of asking questions often gives rise to insight and […]

Written by on October 27, 2017

Philosophy Talks: Context and Values in Conservation

Communications Specialist Sara Kaiser engages philosopher Nickolas Knightly in a conversation about the connection between philosophy and conservation. Does philosophy have a place in conservation? Philosophical inquiry can provide pathways to broader and clearer understandings of the daily efforts and deeper purposes of any pursuit, including conservation. The process of asking questions often gives rise […]

Written by on October 9, 2017

New Paper Establishes Ethics for Wildlife Control

A new research paper titled “International consensus principles for ethical wildlife control” published in the journal Conservation Biology concerns ethics of human-wildlife conflicts. For immediate release. Contact: Claudio Uribe, Island Conservation, claudio.uribe@islandconservation.org A new research paper titled “International consensus principles for ethical wildlife control” published in the journal Conservation Biology concerns ethics of human-wildlife conflicts. […]

Written by on February 15, 2017