Wildlife Protection
/ˈwaɪldlaɪf prəˈtɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal measures and statutes aimed at conserving wild animals and their habitats from harm or exploitation.
The wildlife protection laws prohibit hunting endangered species without a permit.
- (n.) Governmental policies and regulations designed to prevent poaching, trafficking, and destruction of wildlife resources.
Effective wildlife protection is essential to maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance.
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Commentary
Typically framed within environmental and conservation statutes, wildlife protection laws require precise definitions of species and habitats to ensure enforceability.
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