A wildlife tolerance model and case study for understanding human wildlife conflicts

摘要: Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) is a complex conservation issue and acknowledging the human dimensions of problem critical. Here we propose Wildlife Tolerance Model (WTM), novel theoretical framework to identify key drivers tolerance living with damage-causing wildlife. The WTM proposes an outer model, where extent which person experiences species determines perceptions costs relative benefits species. This in turn tolerance. A second component, inner model predicts eleven variables that may further drive benefits. In current paper test while forthcoming publication using case study human-baboon Cape Town, South Africa. Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling found support for model. Experience explained 30% variance 60% was by Intangible intangible equally contributed driving but tangible had no significant effect on Separating two experience, (i) exposure more than benefits, (ii) positive negative We discuss management implications findings conclude could be useful diagnostic tool inform interventions policies mitigate HWC.