Wildlife Law
/ˈwaɪldlaɪf lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing the protection, management, and conservation of wild animals, birds, and their habitats.
Wildlife law regulates hunting seasons to ensure sustainable animal populations.
- (n.) Legal statutes and regulations addressing illegal trade, poaching, and trafficking of wild flora and fauna.
International wildlife law aims to combat illegal trafficking of endangered species.
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Commentary
Wildlife law often intersects with environmental and conservation law, focusing on species and habitat protection through regulatory frameworks and international treaties.
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