Sustainable Wildlife Management. Myths and Misconceptions about Hunting

      Аннотация: Despite their commitment to species and conservation, and despite many success stories hunters have told, hunting remains to be an activity widely and frequently condemned by the general public. There are many misconceptions and myths people believe in when it comes to the topic of trophy hunting. It is viewed as a cruel and unethical activity so much so that many organization are calling for a global ban on trophy hunting. The consequences of the ban, however, are oftentimes looked over underestimated. what would happen if hunting was actually banned? would it benefit wildlife? would it make a difference to a non-hunter? What is an alternative to hunting?The book answers the questions in detail but in such a manner that is easy to understand for those who are not involved in the conservation of wildlife. The book points out common myths and misconceptions about hunting and shows examples from all over the word when hunting played a key role in the protection of the most threatened and endangered wildlife species.

Ключевые слова: Wildlife, Conservation, Management, Environment, Myths, sustainability, Hunting