A majority of humans now live in urban or suburban areas-a first in the history of mankind. The average person is more likely to encounter wildlife in his/her own neighborhood than while visiting a national park or forest. As humans and wildlife try to share limited living space, conflicts can arise. But with patience and planning, most problems can be resolved humanely, or avoided completely.

According to the Humane Society of the United States, a humane approach to human-wildlife conflict is based on three general principles

1. respect for the environment;
2. tolerance and understanding of living things; and
3. a willingness to resolve conflicts using nonlethal means.

Living near wildlife doesn't have to be a source of irritation-it can be the source of tremendous enjoyment. The links below will provide you with the tools and insights necessary to live in harmony with nature.

The Humane Approach to Human-Wildlife Conflicts: An Overview

Manufacturers & Suppliers of Human Products to Resolve Wildlife Conflicts

To Feed or Not to Feed Wildlife: An Important Question

Reducing Bird Strikes (Windows, Towers, Buildings)

Bats in Buildings

Coexisting with Wildlife: Fact Sheets