There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

This module introduces the taxonomy, classification and natural history of wild mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the British Isles. The legislation pertaining to wildlife is covered, including: Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006; Animal Welfare Act (2006); Wildlife and Countryside Act (1981), Dangerous Wild Animals Act (1976), Protection of Wild Mammals (Scotland) Act (2002), Protection of Badgers Act (1992), and General Licences.
The rescue and handling of wild animals is discussed in relation to health and safety and ethical considerations. Common presentations of wildlife casualties are identified such as orphans, road traffic accidents, diseases, and oil spills.First aid and husbandry including feeding and accommodation is applied to the welfare needs of neonatal, juvenile and adult wild mammal and bird species. The problems, methods and monitoring of rehabilitation and release are reflected upon. The relationship between humans and wildlife species is examined – both positive e.g. the reintroduction of species, and negative in the case of “pest” species. Topical issues such as the reintroduction of beavers and the badger cull in England will be used to illustrate human-wildlife relationships

Upon completion of this module you will be able to
LO1: Apply a knowledge of wild animal species to practical situations
LO2: Utilise a problem solving approach to the care of wildlife casualties
LO3: Critically reflect on the principles of wildlife rehabilitation
LO4: Examine the relationships between humans and wildlife to identify and reflect on where there are benefits for or conflicts between both groups.