The effects of wildlife-human conflict on conservation initiatives

Focusing on wildlife-human conflict, the research conducted at Banyang-Mbo Wildlife Sanctuary reveals complex dynamics between local communities and conservation efforts. Key findings indicate that elephants, cane rats, and bush pigs significantly impact crops, with villagers attributing crop-raiding primarily to elephants, while the sanctuary project highlights cane rats as the main culprits. The study emphasizes that differing beliefs and values between stakeholders complicate the conflict, necessitating tailored strategies to address the issues effectively.