The Wildlife Society’s Urban Wildlife Working Group is proud to be hosting the 2025 International Urban Wildlife Conference (IUWC) on June 1-5 in Atlanta, Georgia. Our biannual conference brings together urban planners, researchers, city/county staff, students, educators, and biologists with an interest in urban wildlife. Plenary and poster sessions highlight research, case studies, policy initiatives, thought exercises, and discussions related to wildlife and natural resources in urban environments. As cities have become home to a diversity of animal species, the IUWC has become an important place to share information and management strategies that assist public leaders in making thoughtful decisions. This year’s conference theme is Urban Reflections: What We’ve Learned About Nature, Our Communities and Ourselves.
We will host two socials to help reconnect with colleagues. More information to come.
Field Trips
We are offering field trips that feature local nature and culture in the Atlanta area. More information to come.
Urban Wildlife Explorer Program
Are you new to conferences or would like to share your experience with the next generation? The Urban Wildlife Explorer program matches Explorers (students and early career professionals) with Guides (established professionals) for meetings about conference presentations, networking, and all things urban wildlife. You can learn more at: