February 2013 PMID 23110588

Australian and U.S. news media portrayal of sharks and their conservation.

Bret A Muter, Meredith L Gore, Katie S Gledhill, Christopher Lamont, Charlie Huveneers

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What people are saying

The discussions lean towards a neutral curiosity about how perceptions of threats like sharks or snakes differ and their influence on behavior, exemplified by questions like 'why do we have different perceptions of risk?' They reference the media's role indirectly and highlight the importance of understanding risk perception, but the tone remains exploratory rather than assertive, reflecting moderate interest and engagement without suggesting a high impact.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions don't express a clear stance for or against the article, instead focusing on broader questions about risk perception and media portrayal.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate curiosity, particularly regarding how media influences perceptions of risk and conservation, but do not delve deeply into specifics.

EngagementModerate engagement

The conversations include probing questions and references to research summaries, indicating some thoughtful engagement and reflection on the topic.

ImpactNeutral impact

While the posts prompt considerations of risk perception and media influence, they do not suggest that these discussions significantly alter public awareness or policy at this stage.

Abstract in brief

The study analyzed 300 articles from Australian and US newspapers between 2000 and 2010, finding that most coverage focused on shark attacks and their risks to humans, with Australian media more often emphasizing attacks and using politicians as primary sources.
US media was more likely to portray sharks as entertainment subjects and cite scientists as sources.
The dominance of attack-related stories in media may hinder conservation efforts, so experts should actively engage with the media to promote awareness of shark rarity, safety measures, and conservation issues.]

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