Geospatial analysis of human-elephant conflict zones in the Jeli District: implications for mitigation and land-use planning
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Human-elephant conflict (HEC) in Jeli is rising due to habitat loss from agriculture. GIS mapping identified key overlap zones, crucial for planning coexistence strategies between communities and wildlife.
Area Of Science
- Ecology
- Conservation Biology
- Geographic Information Systems
Background
- Human-elephant conflict (HEC) is escalating in Jeli District.
- Habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion and settlements drives elephants into human areas, particularly oil palm plantations.
- This leads to crop damage, economic losses, and safety concerns, exacerbated by reduced forest cover and elephant movement corridors.
Purpose Of The Study
- To analyze the spatial patterns and primary drivers of HEC in Jeli.
- To identify high-intensity conflict zones using Geographic Information System (GIS) tools.
- To provide data for informed land-use planning and effective conflict mitigation.
Main Methods
- Utilized Geographic Information System (GIS) for spatial analysis.
- Employed distribution mapping to visualize HEC patterns.
- Conducted hotspot analysis to pinpoint areas of intense conflict.
Main Results
- Identified critical spatial patterns of human-elephant interactions.
- Highlighted specific zones with high conflict intensity.
- Revealed the overlap between human activities (agriculture, settlements) and elephant habitats.
Conclusions
- Findings offer essential insights into the drivers and spatial distribution of HEC in Jeli.
- Results support the development of targeted land-use planning and mitigation strategies.
- The study provides a foundation for fostering long-term human-wildlife coexistence solutions.
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