Wildlife Law

This casebook draws liberally upon the subject's rich history in law and culture, with biology and ethics playing key roles throughout. Animals are living entities, organized into shifting, complex ecological systems, so biology plays a critical role in the story. Moral sentiments and ethical values have expanded to attend to the plight of particular animals, to species, and to the healthy functioning of communities, so ethical concerns appear as a key issue. Topics covered include: The Rule of Capture, Wildlife and private property, Liability for wildlife, State proprietary and sovereign powers, The roles of state and national governments, Indian treaty rights, International wildlife lawState game laws, and Federal protection for species and wildlife habitat.