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Biodiversity Conservation
Emu-Felicitas Ostermann-Miyashita, Nadja Pernat, Hannes J. Koenig, Karoline Hemminger, Nina Gandl, Sonoko Dorothea Bellingrath-Kimura, Sophia Hibler, Christian Kiffner
Summary: Understanding the factors that influence people's attitudes towards wildlife species is crucial for promoting human-wildlife coexistence. In this study, we investigated the attitudes of visitors to two wildlife parks in Germany towards three returning wildlife species. We used questionnaire responses and statistical analysis to examine the influence of sociodemographic background and formal knowledge on attitudes towards each species. Our findings suggest that enhancing knowledge about wildlife could be a key strategy for improving attitudes towards wildlife, highlighting the importance of environmental education programs and outreach activities.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Emu-Felicitas Ostermann-Miyashita, Hannes J. Koenig, Nadja Pernat, Sonoko Dorothea Bellingrath-Kimura, Sophia Hibler, Christian Kiffner
Summary: Successful conservation efforts have led to the recovery of large mammals in central Europe. However, the return of these species is controversial and can lead to conflicts. Involving the public in monitoring and managing wildlife can be effective in mitigating these conflicts. A survey conducted in wildlife parks in Germany found that visitors had high knowledge of wolves but lower knowledge of bison and moose. Exposure to the species and demographic variables influenced visitors' knowledge. Younger participants and those with higher knowledge were more willing to participate in citizen science activities. These findings provide insights for effectively recruiting citizen scientists for wildlife conservation.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Seyoum Kiros, Afework Bekele
Summary: The study assessed major wildlife threatening factors of Gibe Sheleko National Park, including overgrazing, expansion of human settlement, and fuelwood collection. Significant variation was observed in natural resource utilization, human-wildlife conflict, crop damage trends, and attitudes towards conservation efforts. Cooperation among stakeholders is essential for addressing conservation challenges in the park.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2021)
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Forestry
Carlotta Sergiacomi, Dijana Vuletic, Alessandro Paletto, Elena Barbierato, Claudio Fagarazzi
Summary: This study conducts a survey of visitor reviews of Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia to identify its strengths and weaknesses. The analysis reveals that visitors not only focus on naturalistic and landscape aspects, but also on issues such as accessibility and management of routes and visits.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Daniele Barcelos, Emerson M. Vieira, Marcell Soares Pinheiro, Guilherme Braga Ferreira
Summary: A study investigated the impact of tourism activities on wildlife in Cavernas do Peruacu National Park in Brazil. The study found that tourism activities did not significantly affect species richness and probability of using trails for most mammal species, but the rock cavy was displaced from tourist areas and showed reduced activity on tourist trails.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Azdren Doli, Dastan Bamwesigye, Petra Hlavackova, Jitka Fialova, Petr Kupec, Obed Asamoah
Summary: The study examines sustainable development in the forest and recreational park of Germia in Kosovo's capital city. It found that a majority of respondents are willing to pay for the sustainable management and development of the park, indicating potential support for future similar studies and park development policies.
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Environmental Sciences
Arne Arnberger, Renate Eder, Hemma Preisel
Summary: Assessing visitor understanding and perceptions of natural landscapes and attitudes towards functions of a river national park is crucial for park management's acceptance and success. A study of 426 visitors to the Donau-Auen (Danube Floodplains) National Park in Eastern Austria was conducted, focusing on their affinity to the national park brand, understanding of river landscapes, attitudes towards national park functions, and perception of the Danube Floodplains as a national park. The findings reveal that a significant portion of respondents have some understanding of river national parks and their functions, and that visitor affinity for the national park is linked to a stronger agreement with its functions. The implications for environmental communication are also discussed.
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Environmental Studies
Yan Gao, Lilin Zou, Alastair M. Morrison, Fanglin Wu
Summary: This research focuses on the relationship between environmental knowledge, situations, and environmentally responsible behavior (ERB) in national parks. Findings indicate that situations have a significant positive moderating effect on the relationship between environmental knowledge and ERB, with books, articles, authors, familiar people, environmental interpretation, and staff guidance all playing a positive role in promoting ERB among national park visitors.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Georgette Leah Burns, Laufey Haraldsdottir, Guorun Pora Gunnarsdottir
Summary: Iceland has seen a rapid growth in tourism, leading to economic benefits but also environmental concerns. The government acknowledges the importance of effective destination management and planning for sustainable tourism development. Interpretation plays a key role in conveying information to visitors and promoting visitor compliance with safety and environmental guidelines, ultimately contributing to the sustainability of natural environments in destinations like asbyrgi.
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Forestry
Jidapa Seebunruang, Robert C. Burns, Arne Arnberger
Summary: The study found that there are differences in visitor satisfaction, loyalty, recreation quality, and expenditures based on national park affinity.
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Environmental Sciences
Arne Arnberger, Renate Eder, Stefan Preiner, Thomas Hein, Ursula Nopp-Mayr
Summary: The study found that visitors prefer natural features such as floodplain forests combined with meadows or xeric alluvial biotopes, while dense forests and open agrarian structures are less preferred. Water bodies with 50% reed cover, few people on the trail, alleys of trees and gravel trails were favored.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Hussein Ibrahim, Afework Bekele, Dereje Yazezew, Addisu Mekonnen
Summary: This study aimed to provide data on the conflict between hamadryas baboons and the local community in and around Borena-Sayint National Park, northern Ethiopia. The attitude and perception of the local people towards hamadryas baboons were analyzed, and it was found that the species caused significant damage to crops, especially during the dry season. The study also revealed that some locals resorted to killing the baboons in retaliation.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)
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Environmental Studies
Sandhya Dhakal, Simant Rimal, Prashant Paudel, Anil Shrestha
Summary: The human-leopard conflict in Bardia National Park, Nepal, follows a specific spatio-temporal pattern and poses a severe threat to conservation efforts. Leopard attacks on livestock are increasing exponentially and are the main cause of the conflict, highlighting the need for measures to reduce conflicts and maintain coexistence between wildlife and humans.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Danielle E. Buttke, Brinkley Raynor, Gregor W. Schuurman
Summary: The study highlights that climate change will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for Grand Canyon National Park visitors, particularly during shoulder season months. It is estimated that heat-related illnesses will significantly increase over the coming decades.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Adane Tsegaye, Afework Bekele, Anagaw Atikem
Summary: Economic growth and development in developing countries often lead to land-use changes, resulting in increased conflicts between humans and wildlife. Understanding the influence of societal and cultural beliefs on conflict perception is crucial for effectively addressing human-wildlife conflicts.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Alfonso Balmori
Summary: This article discusses the potential negative effects of radio tagging on wild animals. While it is a valuable technique for gathering information, it is important to be aware of and study the possible issues it may cause to ensure the well-being of the animals.
JOURNAL FOR NATURE CONSERVATION
(2024)
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Biodiversity Conservation
D. F. Castillo, N. C. Caruso
Summary: Understanding the distribution and ecological niche of hog-nosed skunks is crucial for their conservation. This study used species occurrence records and environmental variables to estimate suitable areas and key factors influencing their distribution. The results showed that temperature and tree presence are important variables. Additionally, areas of high habitat suitability for hog-nosed skunks are underrepresented in protected areas.
JOURNAL FOR NATURE CONSERVATION
(2024)
