Giving Increased Value to Invertebrates through Ecotourism

• DOI: 10.15242/ijaaee.c614060
• Publication Date: 2014-12-08T00:12:03Z
• Authors: Philippa M. Huntly; Simon van Noort; Michelle Hamer
• Keywords: Value (mathematics)

were interviewed, and 95% of them responded positively to the idea including information on invertebrates in ecotourism activities. Current levels inclusion activities, attitudes this concept investigated through interviews with tour guides other service providers, observations guided walks drives. Further, response both western/scientific indigenous knowledge into current planned activities was assessed. The findings revealed that there is currently negligible However, positive from providers showed potential increase information. Recommendations how address lack invertebrate are provided examples types include specific given. Including a focus will serve multiple purposes placing value invertebrates; raising public awareness hence conservation status invertebrates, finally quality competitiveness services products.