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Countering resistance to protected-area extension.
David Lindenmayer1, Simon Thorn2,3, Reed Noss4,5
1Fenner School of Environment and Society, The Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, 2601, Australia.
Summary
Expanding protected areas is crucial for biodiversity conservation but faces significant resistance. Addressing this requires highlighting broader benefits, improving communication, zoning, and public engagement to prevent further extinction crises.
Area of Science:
- Conservation Biology
- Environmental Policy
- Biodiversity Management
Background:
- Protected areas are vital for biodiversity conservation, with international targets aiming for significant expansion.
- Resistance from communities, industry, and governments hinders the expansion of protected areas in countries like the US, Germany, and Australia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine case studies of resistance to protected area expansion.
- To identify strategies for overcoming resistance to protected area establishment and achieving conservation targets.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of case studies from Victoria (Australia), Bavaria (Germany), and Florida (USA).
- Evaluation of four key strategies to address resistance.
Main Results:
- Resistance to protected area expansion is a significant barrier to conservation.
- Strategies include broadening the case for protected areas, enhancing communication of conservation values, implementing zoning, and increasing public engagement in policy.
Conclusions:
- Overcoming resistance is essential for meeting biodiversity conservation targets and mitigating the global extinction crisis.
- A multi-faceted approach integrating economic, health, and conservation benefits, alongside effective communication and political accountability, is necessary for successful protected area expansion.
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