The harvest of bushmeat is widespread in the tropics and sub-tropics. Often in these
communities, there is a dependence on bushmeat for both food security and basic income …

Studies evaluating human–wildlife interactions (HWIs) in a conservation context often
include psychometric scales to measure attitudes and tolerance toward wildlife. However …

The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of whale encounters on tourists' pro-
environmental intentions, and possible influences of individual characteristics. Data were …

Human-wildlife interactions can be explained using a cognitive hierarchy model, in which
wildlife value orientations (WVO) form the basis for human beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors …

As incidences of human–wildlife interaction escalate, it is useful to increase understanding
of the perceptions that might underpin these interactions or explain human behavior so …

Value orientations towards wildlife affect the way people perceive nature and their
connection with animals. In particular, the social psychological literature within the …

Ranchers have been conducting traditional management practices such as mono-species
grazing and limited burning that focus on stocking rate maximization. This has resulted in …

ABSTRACT A central component of successful wildlife conservation is the understanding of
public perceptions toward a species. We administered an online survey to Alabama …

Wildlife managers can use wildlife value orientations (WVOs) to help predict public
acceptance of management actions. However, WVOs may only be effective if they have high …

Timber rattlesnakes (Crotalus horridus) are endangered throughout the northeastern United
States where multiple factors contribute to population declines. Challenges exist to …