Wildlife conservation begins with knowledge. The Exposed Wildlife Conservancy’s Knowledge Base is more than a collection of resources, it’s a living library designed to give communities, educators, policymakers, and advocates the tools they need to better understand and coexist with apex predators.
From scientific reports to teaching resources, from coexistence tips to myth-busting facts, this hub is built to help people engage with wildlife ethically, compassionately, and confidently.
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Reduced Conflict Reporting in Bear Programs | Evaluations of six educational programs aimed at reducing human–American black bear conflicts consistently found decreases in bear-related complaints to authorities, illustrating that well-designed education can change behaviour and reduce conflict. (Source)
Lower Odds of Conflict Bears with Education | A quantitative study found that every 1% increase in public education coverage corresponded with a 5% decrease in the likelihood of a bear becoming a “conflict bear”. This strong correlation highlights how even modest outreach can significantly reduce conflict incidents. (Source)
Lasting Behaviour Change Through Environmental Education | In rural Andean communities around bear habitat, a long-term environmental education initiative delivered measurable results: 88% of participants reported increased knowledge, positive shifts in attitude, and stronger intentions to adopt behaviours that reduce bear–livestock conflict. (Source)
Kids More Willing to Coexist After Animal Programs | Participants in animal ambassador programs—like summer camps with live local wildlife—showed increased willingness to live near wildlife, coupled with stronger emotional connections to local species. This suggests education fosters both knowledge and the pro-conservation mindset needed for coexistence. (Source)
Education Shapes Positive Behaviour Intent | A systematic review found a clear link between environmental awareness and improved behaviour toward wildlife: higher education levels correlate with reduced human–wildlife conflict, especially in Indigenous areas where wildlife and communities share landscapes. (Source)
These findings show that investing in education, whether through school programs, community workshops, digital resources, or ambassador experiences, can:
