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Investigating the extent that different recreational users of urban wetlands value birds and bird habitat
International journal of geoheritage and parks, Vol.12(3), pp.434-445
2024
Abstract
This study focused on visitors undertaking recreational activities at two important wetland conservation reserves with two main aims: to understand if visitors recognize the significant role of wetlands as vital bird habitat, and to understand the importance of birds as part of the visitor experience. We surveyed 511 visitors at two internationally significant urban wetlands in Perth, Western Australia. Results indicated that respondents valued wetland areas for exercising, aesthetic values, utility of infrastructure and general amenity, as well as the presence of birds. Some respondents perceived that the wetlands were important for birds and the presence of birds was generally rated highly. Results further indicated that while birds were generally not the focus of visitor experience, birds were an important component of that experience. We conclude that most visitors will generally support management actions aimed at conserving the wetlands and birdlife, and management actions do not need to consider a range of differing views across different recreational activities. Thus, understanding the extent that different recreational users of urban wetlands value birds and bird habitat provides vital insights into management approaches for conservation.
Details
- Title
- Investigating the extent that different recreational users of urban wetlands value birds and bird habitat
- Authors/Creators
- Annaliese EastoughMichael Hughes - Murdoch University, Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and SustainabilityDavid Newsome - Murdoch University, Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and Sustainability
- Publication Details
- International journal of geoheritage and parks, Vol.12(3), pp.434-445
- Publisher
- Elsevier B.V. on behalf of KeAi Communications Co. Ltd.
- Identifiers
- 991005698268307891
- Copyright
- © 2024 Beijing Normal University.
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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