It is now widely accepted that it is important to understand the ‘human dimensions’ of wildlife management issues in order to achieve management goals. This growing field of study was born in the 1960s and involves an examination of societal values, knowledge and behaviours associated with wildlife and wildlife management issues. This paper provides an overview of the history and directions in human dimensions research, focusing specifically on its application for wildlife population management in Australasia (in particular, Australia and New Zealand). It also provides a ‘toolkit’ of methods and approaches for those wishing to undertake, interpret or utilise human dimensions enquiries.
History
Journal
Wildlife research
Volume
36
Pagination
48 - 56
Location
Melbourne, Vic.
ISSN
1035-3712
eISSN
1448-5494
Language
eng
Publication classification
C1 Refereed article in a scholarly journal; C Journal article