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Intro -- Contents -- Introduction: From Theory to Practice William D. Moreto -- Part I: Theoretical Foundations -- 1. Perspectives on Wildlife Crime: The Convergence of "Green" and "Conservation" Criminologies Avi Brisman and Nigel South -- 2. Environmental Criminological Perspectives on Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing Gohar A. Petrossian and Nerea Marteache -- 3. Paradoxes of Prevention: Situational, Contextual, and Political Economy Responses to Wildlife Crime Rob White -- 4. Wildlife Crime and Criminal Organizations: Can the Theory of Enterprise Help Explain the Ivory and Rhino Horn Trade? Greg Warchol -- Part II: Empirical And Methodological Developments -- 5. The Convergence of Trade in Illicit Rhino Horn and Elephant Ivory with Other Forms of Criminality Louise Shelley and Kasey Kinnard -- 6. Ordinary Folk Transformed: Poachers' Accounts of Cultural Contests and History York A. Forsyth and Craig J. Forsyth -- 7. "I Dislike It but This Is Where the Money Is": Ecotourism, Nature-Based Entertainment, and Peru's Illegal Wildlife Trade Antony C. Leberatto -- 8. Talking about Illegal Business: Approaching and Interviewing Poachers, Smugglers, and Traders Daan P. van Uhm -- 9. Interdisciplinary Intelligence Mapping to Reduce Conservation Crime Risks Meredith L. Gore, Gary J. Roloff, Alexander K. Killion, Jonah H. Ratsimbazafy, and Georg Jaster -- 10. Adoption of Conservation Technologies Nicole Sintov, Viviane Seyranian, and Milind Tambe -- Part III: Practitioner Perspectives -- 11. The Ranger Focus: Matching Technological Solutions to on-the-Ground Needs Johan Bergenas -- 12. A Transdisciplinary Approach to Wildlife Crime Prevention Madelon Willemsen and Rodger Watson -- 13. Examining Ranger Well-Being and Workplace Conditions: A Practitioner-Driven Study Rohit Singh, Barney Long, and William D. Moreto

The interdisciplinary nature of conservation science has generated much discussion. Previous scholars have highlighted the lack of mutual understanding between the natural and social sciences in terms of theoretical knowledge and methodological practices. Due to this, the potential for the 'tragedy of (un)common knowledge' may hinder interdisciplinary scholarship within conservation science. While others have provided valuable insight on the scholarly and pedagogic challenges associated with interdisciplinary research, there has been little dialogue on the methodological components. Based on an ethnographic study on law enforcement rangers in a protected area in Uganda, this article provides key reflections on entrée, forming trust and rapport, establishing an identity, and data collection. It is argued that such methodological transparency will help foster dialogue between the natural and social sciences, while displaying the central role of qualitative methods in facilitating interdisciplinary research.

Abstract
There has been increased research examining conservation rangers. Little is known, however, about female rangers, including their primary roles and workplace environment. Few studies have examined the profession within a Latin American context. This qualitative study explores ranger respondents' perceptions towards the role, recruitment, and working environment of female rangers in Latin American countries. Based on data obtained from interviews with 28 respondents across 11 countries, findings suggest female rangers' roles are largely consistent with that of their male counterparts. However, different strengths were highlighted. Additionally, female involvement in the profession was attributed to national employment-based quotas, increased education and exposure, and the presence of women in leadership. Factors that led to a supportive work environment for female rangers included camaraderie, opportunities for professional development and growth, and attentive supervisors and subordinates. Conversely, the persistence of a machismo culture and discriminatory policies and practices were viewed as obstacles. Findings have several implications regarding gender diversity within the ranger profession. Discussion on academic-practitioner collaborations is also provided.