### Question
What is the definition of conservation?


### Answer
The definition of **conservation** is as follows in *16 U.S.C. § 6103*:

> the use of methods and procedures necessary to bring a species of neotropical migratory bird to the point at which there are sufficient populations in the wild to ensure the long-term viability of the species, including—


(A) protection and management of neotropical migratory bird populations

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 6103*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 80-NEOTROPICAL MIGRATORY BIRD CONSERVATION**

