An exceptionally comprehensive introduction to the art, science, theories, practices, and issues of wildlife management. Features full-chapters on predators, urban wildlife, policy, water, soil, diseases, conservation biology. New information “boxes” highlight: key institutions dedicated to wildlife research and management; key people broadly involved with the development of conservation; and the day-to-day activities of research and management professionals. An exceptionally comprehensive introduction to the art, science, theories, practices, and issues of wildlife management. Features full-chapters on predators, urban wildlife, policy, water, soil, diseases, conservation biology. New information “boxes” highlight: key institutions dedicated to wildlife research and management; key people broadly involved with the development of conservation; and the day-to-day activities of research and management professionals.