To keep nature and wildlife safe, we need to protect animals and their habitats from harmful human activities. This involves some big challenges: How do we make cities more nature-friendly? How will we stop the illegal wildlife trade? How can we help endangered species survive?
The global use of wild animals for meat is now the primary illegal activity in many protected areas, and growing human populations and a lack of livelihood options suggest that demand for wild meat is likely to continue to rise.
Characterization and Conservation of Indigenous Sheep Genetic Resources: a Practical Framework for Developing Countries