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Neil F. Payne, an emeritus professor of wildlife ecology at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, has released his latest book titled "Wildlifer: Wisconsin Origin to Climate Change." Published by UW-Stevens Point's Cornerstone Press, the book delves into the history of Wisconsin's wildlife profession, habitat diversity, and the critical role of wildlife ecosystem management in addressing climate change.

Estelle Leopold, a biology professor at the University of Washington and daughter of Aldo Leopold, praised the work as "marvelous writing, and exciting coverage over many years."

Payne has dedicated much of his life to working as a "wildlifer" across North America. With numerous books, articles, and research studies to his name, he concludes his career by offering insights into wildlife management as both a profession and a way of life. The book examines influences from figures like Aldo Leopold and John Muir while emphasizing education in wildlife conservation.

The narrative combines personal memoir with Wisconsin history and technical expertise. It is available for purchase on Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble.

In addition to his academic contributions, Payne served in the Vietnam War as a US Marine. His work as a biologist, teacher, researcher, and writer continues to impact wildlife management significantly concerning biodiversity and human society.

Cornerstone Press at UW-Stevens Point is one of four undergraduate student-staffed presses in the United States. It provides authors with support from manuscript development to marketing.