Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems
To promote the harmonized development of economic construction and ecological protection, our study introduces an integrated framework that employs various methodologies to delineate natural reserve boundaries and spatial zoning. These methodologies aim to address issues such as insufficient protect...
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| description | To promote the harmonized development of economic construction and ecological protection, our study introduces an integrated framework that employs various methodologies to delineate natural reserve boundaries and spatial zoning. These methodologies aim to address issues such as insufficient protected area, excessive human-induced influences, and inadequate protection of endangered animals within nature reserve boundaries. Leveraging comprehensive data from diverse sources, including ground surveys and remote sensing detection, we conducted a survey using the Chebaling National Nature Reserve in China and its environs as a case study. Models such as the maximum entropy model (MaxEnt), Fragstats, and the Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Trade-offs (InVEST) were employed to identify areas with highly suitable habitats, significant landscape diversity, and superior ecosystem quality for 16 key species. Subsequently, the irreplaceable value of the research area was calculated using the Marxan model, leading to the establishment of a novel natural boundary and development plan. We propose expanding the original nature reserve to 1344 km², dividing it into a core reserve (321 km², 23.88%) and a general control area (1023 km², 76.12%). Additionally, we recommend further division of the general protected area into several functional zones to facilitate the integration of functional diversity and ecological protection. This contributes to a more scientifically informed and rational management approach for the Chebaling National Nature Reserve. Moreover, this integrated framework offers valuable insights for assessing and identifying animal habitats globally and spatially zoning other nature reserves. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-434e1dca83bd473cb8bebf78dfe6557c2024-01-24T05:21:05ZengElsevierGlobal Ecology and Conservation2351-98942024-01-0149e02781Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystemsShiyuan Wang0Wutao Yao1Yong Ma2Erping Shang3Shuyan Zhang4Fu Chen5Yi Zeng6Key Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China; School of Information, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083,ChinaKey Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China; Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 9 Dengzhuang South Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China; Corresponding author at: Key Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China.Key Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China; Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 9 Dengzhuang South Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, ChinaKey Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China; Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 9 Dengzhuang South Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, ChinaKey Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China; Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 9 Dengzhuang South Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, ChinaKey Laboratory of Earth Observation of Hainan province, Hainan Research Institute, Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Heitu Village, Tianya District, Sanya City, Hainan Sanya 572022, China; Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 9 Dengzhuang South Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, ChinaSchool of Information, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083,ChinaTo promote the harmonized development of economic construction and ecological protection, our study introduces an integrated framework that employs various methodologies to delineate natural reserve boundaries and spatial zoning. These methodologies aim to address issues such as insufficient protected area, excessive human-induced influences, and inadequate protection of endangered animals within nature reserve boundaries. Leveraging comprehensive data from diverse sources, including ground surveys and remote sensing detection, we conducted a survey using the Chebaling National Nature Reserve in China and its environs as a case study. Models such as the maximum entropy model (MaxEnt), Fragstats, and the Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Trade-offs (InVEST) were employed to identify areas with highly suitable habitats, significant landscape diversity, and superior ecosystem quality for 16 key species. Subsequently, the irreplaceable value of the research area was calculated using the Marxan model, leading to the establishment of a novel natural boundary and development plan. We propose expanding the original nature reserve to 1344 km², dividing it into a core reserve (321 km², 23.88%) and a general control area (1023 km², 76.12%). Additionally, we recommend further division of the general protected area into several functional zones to facilitate the integration of functional diversity and ecological protection. This contributes to a more scientifically informed and rational management approach for the Chebaling National Nature Reserve. Moreover, this integrated framework offers valuable insights for assessing and identifying animal habitats globally and spatially zoning other nature reserves.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S235198942300416XBiodiversityHabitat assessmentConservation area identificationSustainable developmentEcological remote sensing |
| spellingShingle | Shiyuan Wang Wutao Yao Yong Ma Erping Shang Shuyan Zhang Fu Chen Yi Zeng Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems Global Ecology and Conservation Biodiversity Habitat assessment Conservation area identification Sustainable development Ecological remote sensing |
| title | Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems |
| title_full | Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems |
| title_fullStr | Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems |
| title_full_unstemmed | Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems |
| title_short | Optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas: An integrated framework encompassing species, landscapes and ecosystems |
| title_sort | optimizing natural boundary definition and functional zoning in protected areas an integrated framework encompassing species landscapes and ecosystems |
| topic | Biodiversity Habitat assessment Conservation area identification Sustainable development Ecological remote sensing |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S235198942300416X |
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