trapandrelease
Trap and release, sometimes written trap‑and‑release, is a wildlife and pest management approach in which animals are captured using humane traps, assessed or treated if needed, and then released back into their original habitat or relocated to a different location. The goal is to manage conflicts with humans or to reduce local population pressures without resorting to euthanasia.
Commonly employed for feral or nuisance species such as cats, raccoons, foxes, and certain urban wildlife, trap‑and‑release
Relocation to another area is practiced in some jurisdictions but is controversial. Relocating animals can disrupt
Effectiveness of trap and release varies by species and context. Proponents view it as a nonlethal tool
Trap and release is one option within broader wildlife management strategies and is distinguished from euthanasia