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Although it is typically promoted as a sustainable form of travel, ecotourism affects numerous animal species that we rarely encounter in our daily lives. Stepping into the domain of wild animals, we are captivated by these creatures’ presence. However, even in the mildest form of interactions with wild animals, such as viewing them in their natural habitat, our visitations may have detrimental effects on the survival of these species. Nature conservation is one of the most important principles of ecotourism, and Ecotourismls Promise and Peril makes an important contribution in helping us understand the needs of animals at ecotourism destinations.

Written by several authors with a range of expertise in natural science fields, Ecotourismls Promise and Peril delivers a comprehensive review of how tourism-related activities affect different animal species. The fact that ecotourism affects wild animals is perhaps not new to …