Applying Participatory Processes to Address Conflicts Over the Conservation of Large Carnivores: Understanding Conditions for Successful Management

摘要: Social conflicts over large carnivores are becoming more frequent following the general recovery of in human shaped landscapes Europe. To manage a detailed knowledge is necessary on social, economic, cultural but also interpersonal dimensions conflicts. This can be achieved through participatory engagement all stakeholders within procedure tailored to local contexts. We looked at conditions for implementing above approach areas intense carnivores-human conflict across Europe (bear and wolves), where traditional management policies do not appear successful, as often based urgent responses emergency situations. focussed four we interviewed characterize assess potential mitigation interventions processes. focused key aspects related social conflicts: (a) perception current situation relationship with other stakeholders; (b) availability accessibility information communication; (c) ecological impacts; (d) promotion coexistence Interviews were analyzed Redpath et al (2013) framework. show that (lack of) trust between relevant authorities well lack genuine communication among features With specific reference carnivores, or inaccessibility reliable reported cases by stakeholders, need proactive inclusive developed implemented authorities. A consistent message was support from institutions pivotal effective carnivores. Our findings highlight importance deeper mutual understanding issues addressed