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  • A conceptual framework for biodiversity monitoring programs in conservation areas [Elektronski vir]
    Dalton, Daniel T. ...
    Maintaining and improving the state of biodiversity is a primary factor guiding management activities in conservation areas, including protected areas (PAs) and other effective area-based ... conservation measures (OECMs). Due to the complex nature of conservation programs, a common management approach cannot be prescribed. Robust monitoring programs supporting management activities are required to evaluate the state of species and habitats. However, limited resources, poor data management practices, and competing requirements of stakeholder groups increase the challenges that must be addressed through realization of monitoring programs. We propose a framework of seven basic questions to guide conservation area managers to implement effective biodiversity monitoring techniques. The result is identification of indicators, site characteristics, and resources to promote the development of a biodiversity monitoring program. We call for adoption of a strategic guideline providing this framework to harmonize decision making processes across national and international networks. Implementation of this robust framework will support comparative monitoring data, contributing to systematic approaches for adaptive management in PAs and OECMs and improving the body of knowledge surrounding global biodiversity.
    Source: Sustainability [Elektronski vir]. - ISSN 2071-1050 (Vol. 15, iss. 8, art. 6779, 2023, str. 1-15)
    Type of material - e-article ; adult, serious
    Publish date - 2023
    Language - english
    COBISS.SI-ID - 173688323

    Link(s):

    https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/8/6779
    https://doi.org/10.3390/su15086779
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