Understanding Tourists' Preferences for Nature-Based Experiences May Help with Conservation

Charismatic species--such as felines and primates or whales, sharks, and turtles--are attractive to tourists, and the opportunity of seeing them in the wild motivates tourists to visit protected areas. New research indicates that tourists' preferences are not restricted to charismatic species, however, and they extend to less charismatic biodiversity, as well as to landscapes.

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