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Boundaries Quote by Dian Fossey

“The Parc des Volcans in Rwanda, where I conduct most of my studies, is heavily infested with poachers and herdsmen, whose cattle graze right through my camp area. Park boundaries have no meaning to these tribesmen.” quote by Dian Fossey
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“The Parc des Volcans in Rwanda, where I conduct most of my studies, is heavily infested with poachers and herdsmen, whose cattle graze right through my camp area. Park boundaries have no meaning to these tribesmen.”

Dian Fossey

About This Quote

Source Book: Gorillas in the Mist, 1983

Poachers and herdsmen ignore park boundaries, causing conflict between wildlife conservation and local livelihoods.

In simple terms: People ignore protected area rules.

Key Takeaway

Balance conservation and community needs.

Themes

conservation conflict human-wildlife

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

environmental advocacy

When to use this quote

  • wildlife reserves
  • rural development
  • policy making
  • community outreach

Key Concepts

environmental ethics sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can conservation respect local traditions?
  • What policies can reduce poaching?
A Different Perspective

Solutions are complex and contested.

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