Clarifying beliefs underlying hunter intentions to support a ban on lead shot
Shot from hunting adds toxic lead to environments worldwide. Existing lead shot regulations have been instituted with little understanding of hunter beliefs and attitudes. This study applied the Theory of Reasoned Action, using a multilevel, multivariate approach, to clarify how positive and negative beliefs relate to attitudes about a ban on lead shot. Structure coefficients and commonality analysis were employed to further examine relationships between beliefs and attitudes. Results suggest that while both positive and negative outcomes influence attitudes, positive outcomes were more influential for supporters and negative beliefs for opposers. Management may need to focus on the results from hunters who indicated that they would be unlikely to support a ban, as these hunters include those who may actively oppose additional efforts to regulate lead.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2016 |
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Title | Clarifying beliefs underlying hunter intentions to support a ban on lead shot |
DOI | 10.1080/08941920.2015.1107792 |
Authors | Susan A. Schroeder, David C. Fulton, Kathy Doncarlos |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Society & Natural Resources: An International Journal |
Index ID | 70173687 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Coop Res Unit Leetown; Contaminant Biology Program |