Public Attitudes Toward Hunting Over Time (1995-2012) #1239927 (License: Personal Use)

This bar chart displays survey results from Responsive Management tracking U.S. adults’ attitudes toward hunting over five time points: 1995, 2003, 2006, 2011, and 2012. Approval consistently exceeded 70% each year, peaking at 79% in 2012, while disapproval dropped steadily from 22% to 12%. The “neither approve nor disapprove” segment remained relatively stable at 5-8%.

Used in conservation, wildlife management, or outdoor recreation articles to illustrate long-term public sentiment trends; supports policy discussions or advocacy content where public perception is relevant.