Tag: TWS2020

October 14, 2020

TWS2020: Tracking pangolins to improve conservation

Researchers are honing wildlife tracking methods to detect pangolins, the world’s most trafficked animals, in an effort to better inform their conservation in Central and West Africa. “There are many...

October 12, 2020

TWS2020: Better understanding locals could decrease poaching in India

A large degree of poaching in central India may come down to a lack of connection between policy makers and the people most affected by wildlife hunting regulations in rural...

September 30, 2020

TWS2020: The road to prime ocelot habitats

Ocelots seeking home ranges are most concerned with finding the right type of habitats though they will try to avoid roads when possible. “Because they’re habitat specialists, it’s really habitat...

September 29, 2020

TWS2020: Transylvanian carnivores live in harmony

Thoughts of vampires may make some people want to keep their distance from Transylvanian carnivores, but new research shows that the animals seem to tolerate each other’s presence quite well....

September 28, 2020

TWS2020: Cleaning feathers helps gulls after oil spills

Cleaning gulls covered in crude oil from spills like the Deepwater Horizon disaster helps the seabirds recover, and the benefits of rehabilitation outweigh the costs. Ongoing research featured this week...

September 25, 2020

TWS2020: Angola mammals avoid humans after 30-year civil war

The seasoned trackers sat on special chairs fastened to the front of a jeep moving slowly through the savannas of Angola’s Luengue-Luiana and Mavinga national parks. They eyed the ground...

September 24, 2020

What’s happening Monday at TWS’ Virtual Conference?

The Wildlife Society’s 2020 Virtual Conference launches on Monday with a day packed full of symposia, panel discussions and networking events. Fill out your schedule with exciting opportunities to expand...

September 24, 2020

TWS2020: Plenary calls to ‘keep science scientific’

The 2020 TWS Virtual Conference kicks off Monday, with plenary presenters urging to “keep science scientific.” While the conference is virtual, the platform allows for a rarity when it comes...

May 26, 2020

Apply for Native Student Professional Development Program

The Native Student Professional Development Program provides Native American students with the opportunity to attend The Wildlife Society’s Annual Conference, the largest gathering of wildlife professionals in North America. Now...

May 1, 2020

Quiz Bowl registration now open

The 23rd Annual Quiz Bowl will take place Monday during the TWS Annual Conference in Louisville, Kentucky. As a participant or as a member of the audience, you’ll have fun...