Chapter 2: Wildlife Conservation
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 factors that limit wildlife populations.
• Explain the role of hunting in wildlife conservation.
• Give examples of wildlife management practices, and explain how each helps conserve wildlife populations.
• Explain why the correct identification of wildlife is crucial for bowhunters.