Wildlife Health Market Size

Wildlife Health Market size was valued at USD 2.3 billion in 2023 and is estimated to grow at 8.9% CAGR from 2024 to 2032. The market has experienced significant expansion due to increasing awareness of zoonotic diseases that can spread between animals and humans. As human-wildlife interactions increase due to urbanization, deforestation, and climate change, the risk of zoonotic outbreaks has intensified global awareness regarding wildlife health.

For instance, in October 2023, with a new cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Oregon State University researchers tested around 1,600 wild animal specimens for SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19. OSU’s Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine aimed to identify the animal species that can harbor and transmit the virus, aiding in predicting zoonotic disease outbreaks. This has led to a greater emphasis on monitoring and managing wildlife health to prevent disease transmission. Furthermore, government organizations and health agencies are investing in wildlife health initiatives, thereby driving the demand for veterinary services, diagnostic tools, and research in this market.

Wildlife health refers to the well-being of wild animal populations and their ecosystems, encompassing the absence of disease as well as resilience to environmental changes. It is influenced by biological, social, and environmental factors, highlighting the interconnectedness of wildlife, human health, and ecosystem integrity. Effective wildlife health management involves monitoring disease outbreaks, promoting biodiversity, and implementing conservation strategies to protect habitats.