Wildlife Tourism

By (author) Dr. David Newsome, Prof. Ross K. Dowling, Dr. Susan A. Moore

Publication date:

22 July 2005

Publisher

Channel View Publications

Dimensions:

225x170mm
7x9"

ISBN-13: 9781845410070

This book is a landmark contribution to the rapidly growing field of wildlife tourism, especially in regard to its underpinning foundations of science, conservation and policy. Written by a number of environmental and biological scientists it explains the synergy between wildlife and tourism by drawing on their global experiences.

1. The Viewing of Animals in the Wild
2. Ecological Impacts
3. Human Dimension of Wildlife Interactions - by Joan Bentrupperbäumer
4. Stakeholder Engagement
5. Wildlife Tourism Policies
6. Managing Potential Impacts
7. Natural Science and Wildlife Tourism - by Kate Rodger and Mike Calver
8. Researching Ecological Impacts - by Mike Calver
9. Conclusions

This book will make an excellent reference for individuals and graduate students seeking information on the effects of tourism and recreation on wildlife.