Visión antropocéntrica: una mirada desde las comunidades rurales

The anthropocentric vision refers to a human-centered perspective that regards humans as superior beings. This study analyzes how communities in semi-arid regions integrate knowledge and adaptation methods in response to climatic conditions. Using a qualitative approach and the phenomenological-hermeneutic method, the narratives of five (5) key informants from the hamlet of Tumbacoa, Lara State, were explored, selected through purposive sampling. Information was collected through in-depth interviews and participant observation, with the data processed through categorization and source triangulation. The findings reveal dynamics of resilience supported by worldviews that attribute intrinsic value to life in all its forms. It is concluded that the community is linked to the conservation of native flora and fauna, which requires educational strategies that combine traditional knowledge with sustainable management.