Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)

Human interactions with wildlife range from conflict (negative) to coexistence (positive or neutral). The scientific interest in this topic is increasing rapidly, although the terminology used varies among authors. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of literature on human–wildlife interacti...

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Main Authors: Guzman Valqui, Betty Karina, Silva López, Jhonsy O., Rojas Briceño, Nilton B.
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12955/2871
https://doi.org/10.31893/jabb.2025023
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author Guzman Valqui, Betty Karina
Silva López, Jhonsy O.
Rojas Briceño, Nilton B.
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description Human interactions with wildlife range from conflict (negative) to coexistence (positive or neutral). The scientific interest in this topic is increasing rapidly, although the terminology used varies among authors. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of literature on human–wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence (HWCICx) from 1987 to October 2023 using Scopus data analyzed with VOSviewer and the Bibliometrix package in R. An exponential rise in publications was identified between 1995 and 2022, confirming HWCICx as an emerging yet robust research field. The United States and the United Kingdom lead in publication volume and international collaboration, whereas researchers from Asia and Latin America show growing involvement. Journals specializing in ecology, conservation, and wildlife, such as Biological Conservation, Oryx, and Human–Wildlife Interactions, dominate the field, although newer specialized journals are gaining visibility. Predominant research topics include carnivore–livestock conflicts and species conservation. However, new areas of interest are emerging, including urban wildlife interactions and the sociocultural aspects of coexistence. This study offers an updated overview of the evolution of HWCICx research and highlights the need for integrated natural and social science approaches to develop sustainable models of coexistence.
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spelling INIA28712025-10-01T05:22:23Z Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023) Guzman Valqui, Betty Karina Silva López, Jhonsy O. Rojas Briceño, Nilton B. Donservation Human wildlife coexistence Human wildlife conflict Human wildlife interaction Wildlife management Conservación Coexistencia entre humanos y fauna silvestre Conflictos entre humanos y fauna silvestre Interacción entre humanos y fauna silvestre Gestión de la fauna silvestre https://purl.org/pe-repo/ocde/ford#4.05.00 Statical methods; Método estadístico; bibliometric analysis; Bibliometría; Protected áreas; Zona protegida Human interactions with wildlife range from conflict (negative) to coexistence (positive or neutral). The scientific interest in this topic is increasing rapidly, although the terminology used varies among authors. This study presents a bibliometric analysis of literature on human–wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence (HWCICx) from 1987 to October 2023 using Scopus data analyzed with VOSviewer and the Bibliometrix package in R. An exponential rise in publications was identified between 1995 and 2022, confirming HWCICx as an emerging yet robust research field. The United States and the United Kingdom lead in publication volume and international collaboration, whereas researchers from Asia and Latin America show growing involvement. Journals specializing in ecology, conservation, and wildlife, such as Biological Conservation, Oryx, and Human–Wildlife Interactions, dominate the field, although newer specialized journals are gaining visibility. Predominant research topics include carnivore–livestock conflicts and species conservation. However, new areas of interest are emerging, including urban wildlife interactions and the sociocultural aspects of coexistence. This study offers an updated overview of the evolution of HWCICx research and highlights the need for integrated natural and social science approaches to develop sustainable models of coexistence. 2025-10-01T05:22:23Z 2025-10-01T05:22:23Z 2025-07-18 info:eu-repo/semantics/article Guzman, B. K., Silva-López, J. O., & Rojas-Briceño, N. B. (2025). Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023). Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology, 13, e2025023. https://doi.org/10.31893/jabb.2025023 2318-1265 http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12955/2871 https://doi.org/10.31893/jabb.2025023 eng urn:issn:2318-1265 Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ application/pdf application/pdf Malque Publishing BR Instituto Nacional de Innovación Agraria Repositorio Institucional - INIA
spellingShingle Donservation
Human wildlife coexistence
Human wildlife conflict
Human wildlife interaction
Wildlife management
Conservación
Coexistencia entre humanos y fauna silvestre
Conflictos entre humanos y fauna silvestre
Interacción entre humanos y fauna silvestre
Gestión de la fauna silvestre
https://purl.org/pe-repo/ocde/ford#4.05.00
Statical methods; Método estadístico; bibliometric analysis; Bibliometría; Protected áreas; Zona protegida
Guzman Valqui, Betty Karina
Silva López, Jhonsy O.
Rojas Briceño, Nilton B.
Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)
title Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)
title_full Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)
title_fullStr Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)
title_full_unstemmed Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)
title_short Human-wildlife interaction, conflict, and coexistence: Bibliometric analysis from Scopus (1987–2023)
title_sort human wildlife interaction conflict and coexistence bibliometric analysis from scopus 1987 2023
topic Donservation
Human wildlife coexistence
Human wildlife conflict
Human wildlife interaction
Wildlife management
Conservación
Coexistencia entre humanos y fauna silvestre
Conflictos entre humanos y fauna silvestre
Interacción entre humanos y fauna silvestre
Gestión de la fauna silvestre
https://purl.org/pe-repo/ocde/ford#4.05.00
Statical methods; Método estadístico; bibliometric analysis; Bibliometría; Protected áreas; Zona protegida
url http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12955/2871
https://doi.org/10.31893/jabb.2025023
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