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  • Ecology
  • Hydrology

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  • Groundwater is a critical freshwater source globally, yet its role in supporting ecosystems is often overlooked.
  • The extent and location of groundwater-dependent ecosystems (GDEs) are largely unknown, hindering conservation efforts.
  • Existing protection measures for GDEs are insufficient to address threats like groundwater depletion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To map groundwater-dependent ecosystems (GDEs) globally at high resolution.
  • To assess the extent of GDEs in drylands and their overlap with biodiversity hotspots.
  • To evaluate the current protection status of GDEs and identify regions at risk from groundwater depletion.

Main Methods:

  • High-resolution mapping of GDEs (approximately 30m).
  • Analysis of GDE distribution in relation to land use, pastoralism, and groundwater trends.
  • Assessment of GDEs within protected areas and regions with sustainable groundwater management policies.

Main Results:

  • GDEs are found on over one-third of analyzed global drylands, including biodiversity hotspots.
  • GDEs are more extensive in pastoral landscapes with lower groundwater depletion rates.
  • 53% of GDEs are in areas with declining groundwater trends, and only 21% are protected.

Conclusions:

  • A significant portion of global GDEs are unprotected and threatened by groundwater depletion.
  • Mapping GDEs is crucial for developing effective conservation policies and management strategies.
  • Integrating socio-economic factors is essential for protecting GDEs, especially in vulnerable regions like the Greater Sahel.