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The Biological Resources Division supports wildlife conservation by providing a leadership role in advocating for science-based conservation of wildlife resources by enhancing a Service-wide appreciation for wildlife science and policy. We foster and support a community of exceptional and diverse wildlife biologists and ecologists within the National Park Service (NPS).
Wildlife conservation expertise includes:
- Wildlife management,
- Conservation genetics,
- Invasive animals,
- At-risk species,
- Human dimensions, and
- Park planning involving wildlife management.
We provide training and technical assistance to NPS wildlife biologists, ecologists and administrators. We collaborate with a wide range of national and international wildlife organizations towards new, immediate, and long-lasting solutions to complex wildlife issues. Contact Wildlife Conservation staff.
Explore more wildlife conservation topics below.
We Protect At-Risk Species
Explore the thousands of at-risk species that are protected in national parks.
Bison in Parks
Bison are a wildlife conservation success - they came back from the brink of extinction to become our national mammal!
California Condors in Parks
See how an intensive recovery program brought California condors back from the brink of extinction and continues to boost their numbers.
Bears in Parks
Three species of bears make their homes in national parks. Learn more about bears and the work we do to protect them.
Last updated: March 14, 2022