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October 3, 2025International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social ScienceOpen Access

Determinants of Local Residents’ Attitudes and Perceptions Towards Wildlife Conservation in Rimoi National Reserve, Kenya

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DODouglas O. OnyanchaHIHellen IparaJKJohnstone K. Kimanzi

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Overview

Household surveys and discussions reveal local residents’ perceptions of wildlife conservation, indicating areas for improvement.

Key Points

  • Local residents’ attitudes significantly influence the success of wildlife conservation efforts in Rimoi National Reserve.
  • Education level, occupation, and interaction with Kenya Wildlife Service staff are key determinants of conservation perceptions.
  • Illegal activities such as logging and charcoal burning are prevalent, impacting conservation efforts in Rimoi National Reserve.
  • Increased involvement and benefit-sharing with local residents are crucial for sustainable wildlife conservation practices.

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Onyancha et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68e0450fa99c246f578b4036https://doi.org/10.47772/ijriss.2025.909000145
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