Decoding Wildlife Behavior to Solve Conservation Challenges with Dr. Stefanie Wilks

Why do animals behave the way they do, and what can their choices tell us about how we can better protect them?

In this presentation, Dr. Stefanie Wilks explores how scientists “decode” the everyday decisions animals make and how those insights can inform wildlife conservation and management. From where animals travel and rest to how they respond to people and changing environments, behavioral analyses can reveal important patterns that help researchers better understand wildlife needs and risks.

Drawing on examples from field research, Dr. Wilks discusses how tools such as GPS tracking, camera traps, and direct observations are used to study movement, habitat use, and animal behavior. These approaches help answer critical questions about human-wildlife interactions, sources of disturbance, and strategies for reducing conflict while supporting healthy wildlife populations.

The presentation highlights how behavioral science translates into practical conservation applications, including habitat improvement, research and monitoring design, and fostering coexistence between people and wildlife. Accessible to both wildlife enthusiasts and general audiences, this talk provides an engaging look at how scientists turn observation into meaningful conservation action in a rapidly changing world.

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