Interviews with New Zealand community stakeholders regarding acceptability of current or potential pest eradication technologies.

摘要: Abstract The exploratory study aimed to understand the range of community responses three pest eradication technologies proposed for use in New Zealand and examine perceptions past incursion responses, with aim improving future responses. Qualitative techniques were used elicit information from a small group people selected general public, Department Conservation government councils. Participants fairly trusting basic provided them about technologies, as result generally accepting aerial spraying pheromones sterile insect technology. However, sprays presented some concerns. More in-depth information, manner which it was presented, how be included decision-making process likely significant influences predicting public response attempts future. Recommendations research are discussed.