This book explores the links between bushmeat and livelihoods in Africa, with a focus on the human dimension of the debate.
Assembles biological, social and economic perspectives that illuminate the bushmeat debate
Features a series of case studies that explore what species survive different intensities of bushmeat hunting and trapping
Examines the shape and size of household bushmeat consumption and market trading
Reviews governance and institutional impacts on wildlife management; lessons learned from agriculture, forest plant product, and development sectors; and perspectives from Asia and Latin America
Provides an excellent resource for students and policy makers in wildlife management, conservation, and development