Biocentricity in Wilderness Management

Hendee JC and Stankey GH. 1973. Biocentricity in Wilderness Management. BioScience. 23(9):535-538

In this paper we identify two contrasting philosphies -- anthropocentric versus biocentric-- and discuss some of their theoretical, emperical, and practical implications. The following paper is both an evaluation of the contrasting philosophies and a supporting rationale for the biocentric approach to wilderness management.

Type
Journal Article
Authors
Hendee, John; Stankey, George
Units
SODN
Keywords
Administration, anthropocentric, biocentric, multiple abuse policies, Philosophy, Planning, Resource Management

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