Animal Tourism: Thai Caregivers’ Perspectives on Their Relationships with Elephants and Tigers
This study explored the perspectives of elephant mahouts (<i>n</i> = 55) and tiger caregivers (<i>n</i> = 18) working in 4 private or 2 government facilities in Thailand to learn their experiences and viewpoints pertaining to use of animals in tourism. Interviews were conduct...
Main Authors: | Pornpimol Traci Hayward, Serene Liu, Abigail P. Thigpen, Lynette A. Hart |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-03-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/6/790 |
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