Human Wildlife conflict Human-wildlife conflict occurs when interactions between humans and wildlife lead to negative impacts on both. Here are some facts of human wildlife conflict – 1. General Facts Global Issue occurs worldwide, affecting both developed and developing regions Increasing frequency Deforestation, urban expansion, climate change are causing more human-wildlife encounters Affects Biodiversity retaliatory killings of animals threaten endangered species like elephants, tigers,  wolves Economic Losses farmers lose crops and livestock to wildlife , costing billions of dollars annually Human Casualties Conflicts with large animals like elephants, crocodiles, big cats lead to injuries and deaths 2. Causes of Human-Wildlife Conflict Habitat destruction expanding agriculture and infrastructure encroach on wildlife habitats Food scarcity cause animals invade farms and settlements in search of food. Climate change and changing weather patterns alter animal mi...