Published April 2003
LGVN Humanitarian / Animal - Landmines

Animals in War

Whether it be peace time or in conflict, animals are suffering horrific deaths and injuries caused by human waged destruction.

Less explored issues in the world of animal welfare are brought to the foreground during periods of war.
It begins with the use of animals in combat and search situations around war-torn countries. Neglect, injuries and death in places such as abandoned zoos is also a common concern.
Then there are the invisible but dramatic effects on wildlife, only realized a while after war when the armies have moved on. Disruption of habitats and migratory routes due to aircraft activity, bombing and general artillery fire can destroy not only pockets of local wildlife but an entire species forever. A mini-site dedicated to animals in war can be found at http://www.looking-glass.co.uk/animalsinwar
The site covers various aspects of animal suffering before, during and after conflicts.

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