CHAPTER EIGHT:
Wildlife Conservation

How wildlife is conserved; the hunter's role in wildlife management . . .

Learning Objectives
You should be able to:

• Define “wildlife conservation,” and explain how it differs from preservation.
  
  
• List the five essential elements for wildlife habitat.
  
  
• Define carrying capacity.
  
  
• List the factors that limit wildlife populations.
  
  
• Explain the role of hunting in wildlife conservation.
  
  
• Give five examples of wildlife management practices, and explain how each helps conserve wildlife populations.
  
  
• Explain why the correct identification of wildlife is crucial for hunting.
  
  
• List the five groups commonly used to divide wildlife.
  
  
• Give one example of a large mammal and some of its distinguishing features.
  
  
• Tell where to find more information on identifying characteristics, habitat, and range of common wildlife species.