The Value of Native Birds in New Zealand: Results of a Waikato Survey

Pamela Kaval and Matthew Roskruge
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Matthew Roskruge: University of Waikato

Working Papers in Economics from University of Waikato, Department of Economics

Abstract: Several New Zealand studies have placed a value on recreation. Very few have placed a value on native birdlife. In December 2007 and January 2008, we conducted a phone survey in the Waikato Region of New Zealand. 207 people answered 13 questions on native birds. 97% of respondents enjoy having birds in their area both listening and watching. The Tui is the most important bird respondents either see currently or would like to see. If there were a greater variety of bird types in their area, respondent well-being would increase significantly. Most respondents would be willing to pay an extra amount in their annual rates to support native bird projects within the Waikato Region.

Keywords: contingent valuation; native birdlife; conservation programmes (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q2 Q51 Q57 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
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Date: 2008-05-23

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