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A land ethic transforms the role of humans from conquerors of the land to members of a biotic community, influencing stewardship behaviors.

Environmental taboos can regulate human action, preserving certain species or habitats by embedding conservation in cultural practices.

Utilitarian conservation emphasizes efficient use of resources, supporting sustainable management but sometimes overlooking ecosystem integrity.

Feng Shui alters the perception of living spaces, balancing human and environmental energy, and may lead to sustainable architecture.

Animism influences environmental perception as it imbues natural features with spiritual significance, altering conservation behaviors.

The biophilia hypothesis suggests an innate human tendency to connect with nature, leading to positive environmental behaviors when nurtured.

Ecocentric views foster a perception of the environment as an interconnected whole, promoting conservation and sustainability efforts.

Anthropocentrism often leads to the perception of the environment as a resource for human use and may lead to exploitation.

In Shinto, the reverence for kami in natural phenomena underpins a cultural tendency to respect and preserve nature.