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Wildlife & Countryside

Wildlife management

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Wildlife management is about balancing the provision of species protection against conflicts with our activities (such as farming, land/property development).

For advice on wildlife in England, the relevant legal considerations, and guidance on how to apply for licences under wildlife legislation please access the Natural England website.

In this section:

  • Non-native species
    Find out how we manage the introduction of invasive non-native species.
  • Wildlife management strategy
    Learn more about the wildlife management strategy currently under development.
  • Policy statements
    Learn more about the policy behind licensing of wildlife in the UK. Delivery of licensing is undertaken by Natural England.
  • Game Licenses
    Find out about the changes in regulations regarding game licenses.
  • Legal Pest Control
    Learn about the legal forms of pest control.

Page last modified: 23 October 2008
Page published: 23 October 2008

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs