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| Ahsan, M.M.; Hoque, A.K.F.; Rashid, A.Z.M.M. | |
| Knowledge, attitude and perception of local people of Baiddyamari village towards tiger conservation: a case study from the Sundarbans of Bangladesh | |
| 2014 Book Chapter | |
An empirical study on the knowledge, attitude and perception of local people towards tiger conservation was carried out using qualitative research techniques in a small village in the vicinity of the Bangladesh Sundarbans. Face to face interview was done using a semi-structured questionnaire schedule. The study location was selected purposively considering the potential instances of human animal conflicts in the location. From the study it was revealed that the people of the study area perceive poor level of knowledge and understanding regarding tiger behavior. The level of perception regarding tiger conservation found moderate as well as positive attitude. The respondents believed that the number of tiger and its prey has been declined in the last decade. The respondents (61%) showed a little or no idea about the tiger derivative traditional medicine which is a good indicator in tiger conservation in this part of the world. Rapid and extensive outreach program is imperative to enhance the conservation awareness and related activities among the local people. |
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