Análisis comparativo de motivos y requerimientos para visitar dos Áreas Naturales Protegidas (ANP) del estado de Chihuahua

Abstract

This research discussed a comparative analysis of two Natural Protected Areas (ANP): Campo Verde Flora and Fauna Protection Area (APFFCV) and Cumbres de Majalca National Park (PNCM) located in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. The objective of the study was to determine the differences between the two ANP concerning the reasons and requirements for their visit. The theoretical platform used is multidisciplinary, as it serves positions of environmental studies, psychology and social sciences. The methodology used was an exploratory study and is based on the use of a questionnaire for data collection. For data analysis was used: Data Mining using Tableu software 15.0 and Weka 3.9.2 to find hidden patterns in preferences. The results found with the motives reveal a society in need of alternatives in their daily lives, see interesting and motivating the visit to the NSAs, seek rest and wish to participate in conservation. Differences were found between the two ANPs of requirements: for PNCM house of culture, sales of handicrafts, museums and shopping areas, and APFFCV the existence of bike/walk trails and view landscape.