I would also like to investigate the lore that communities possess regarding wildlife, and to examine traditional values and practices which have affected birds and other wildlife either negatively or positively. I intend to argue that traditional patterns of use are realistic and should be incorporated into national or regional planning programmes for the management of natural resources. A section on wildlife lore will be part of the study. I expect to show that indigenous knowledge regarding wildlife management can play an important role in helping to conserve the remaining populations of wild species. The envisaged study will have relevance for sustainable development activities.
Water is an all-important issue for developing countries.
In a country like Ethiopia, which has been devastated by droughts in the past, measures have to be taken to raise awareness on the issue of water. Wetlands are an important source of water for humans as well as for other animal life. Wetlands are also home to various species of wildlife. The economic life of of thousands of Ethiopians is directly linked to some water source. Many make their living in these areas using their own traditional knowledge.