A Case Against Trophy Hunting Through Utilitarianism Lens: Evidence from Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania

Trophy hunting, while financially viable with net benefits of $310,438 USD in Tanzania's Selous Game Reserve (SGR), fails to align with utilitarian ethics by neglecting conservation and community development priorities. A mixed-methods study involving 108 respondents revealed that despite positive economic outcomes, the practice does not maximize overall benefit due to its negative social and ecological impacts. The research recommends exploring sustainable alternatives like ecotourism for wildlife conservation and income generation.

Kalokola, R., Chegere, M., & Mabhuye, E. (2024). A Case Against Trophy Hunting Through Utilitarianism Lens: Evidence from Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania. Tanzanian Economic Review, 14(1), 163–188. https://doi.org/10.56279/ter.v14i1.184