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Integrated Protected Area Selection in Australian Biogeographic Regions
1Johnstone Centre of Parks, Recreation and Heritage Charles Sturt University PO Box 789 Albury, Australia 2640
Environmental Management
|May 1, 1997
Summary
This study introduces a flexible Protected Area Selection Procedure (PASP) that integrates social and biological criteria for effective conservation networks. PASP offers a systematic approach to reserve selection, improving upon current methods.
Area of Science:
- Conservation Science
- Biogeography
- Environmental Planning
Background:
- Current reserve selection methods often lack flexibility and disregard social criteria.
- There is a need for systematic procedures that incorporate diverse selection criteria.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a biogeographic-based Protected Area Selection Procedure (PASP).
- To address limitations of existing reserve selection methods by incorporating social and biological criteria.
- To provide a systematic, flexible, and efficient procedure for protected area network identification.
Main Methods:
- Developed an 11-step Protected Area Selection Procedure (PASP) divided into compilation, selection, and validation stages.
- Utilized a selection algorithm adaptable to region-specific biogeographic criteria.
- Incorporated features for data collection minimization, reserve design principles, and network evaluation.
Main Results:
- PASP accommodates both nominal and ranking criteria with specified thresholds and targets.
- The procedure allows for the integration of social and biological selection criteria.
- PASP ensures that politically determined objectives are met through network evaluation.
Conclusions:
- PASP offers a systematic, flexible, and efficient method for establishing protected area networks.
- The procedure effectively integrates diverse criteria, including social and biological factors.
- PASP enhances conservation planning by addressing limitations of traditional reserve selection methods.