Análise do papel da educação ambiental na conservação da Trichilia emetica - mafurreira no bairro Ribjene na Ilha de Inhaca

Abstract

This study arises because residents of Ribjene neighbourhood, on the island of Inhaca, complain about the near extinction of the species Trichilia emetica (mafurreira) in the neighborhood, was based on a qualitative approach This is based on a qualitative approach and allowed the construction of a thought on the Role of Environmental Education(EE) in the conservation of Trichilia emetica in Ribjene neighbourhood. The sampling used was non probabilistic sampling by convenience, having been selected five sculptors and five residents of the neighbourhood. The data collection instruments used were semi-structured interview and systematic direct observation. The data were analysed using Bardin's content analysis technique. Bardin's content analysis technique. With the study, it was concluded that there is an EA programme in Ribjene neighbourhood within the framework of conservation. The residents of Ribjene neighbourhood have the perception that Trichilia emetica is veryimportant and that if their behavior towards the species does not change, it may become extinct. It was also concluded that EA has the role of disseminating actions aimed at the conservation of Trichilia emetica in the neighborhood, opting for awareness-raising of residents and sculptors, in order to stimulate pro-environmental behaviours in relation to the species. It is recommended that the Inhaca Marine Biology Station, in the environmental education sector, is recommended to continue implementation of SEPs focused on the conservation of Trichilia emetica. (TRADUÇAO NOSSA)