Journal article
Scuba diving with the grey nurse shark (Carcharias taurus): an application of the theory of planned behaviour to identify divers beliefs
Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems, Vol.25(2), pp.201-211
2014
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Abstract
<p><ol id="x-x-x-x-aqc2430-list-0001"> <li id="x-x-x-x-aqc2430-li-0001">Scuba diving with the critically endangered grey nurse shark (<em>Carcharias taurus</em>) is a popular attraction for divers on the east coast of Australia. As the popularity of shark diving develops globally, research is required to evaluate how diving with sharks affects the behaviour and ecology of the species. Understanding participant's behaviour when diving with <em>C. taurus</em> can provide valuable information for researchers and policy makers trying to conserve this species.</li> <li id="x-x-x-x-aqc2430-li-0002">An elicitation procedure based on the theory of planned behaviour was applied to determine divers’ beliefs pertinent to approaching <em>C. taurus</em> when scuba diving at two sites on Australia's east coast. A content analysis of responses revealed preliminary insights into the salient beliefs of divers. This initial step is an essential foundation for subsequent phases of research and communication aimed at improving shark and diver interactions and experiences.</li> </ol></p>
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- Title
- Scuba diving with the grey nurse shark (Carcharias taurus): an application of the theory of planned behaviour to identify divers beliefs
- Creators
- Kirin Apps - Southern Cross UniversityDavid J Lloyd - Southern Cross UniversityKay Dimmock - Southern Cross University
- Publication Details
- Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems, Vol.25(2), pp.201-211
- Identifiers
- 3337; 991012820545002368
- Academic Unit
- School of Environment, Science and Engineering; Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Resource Type
- Journal article