Regional Management of Mediterranean Ecosystems in Spain1
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Dr. Engineers, ICONA (Instituto National para la Conservacion de la Naturaleza), Madrid, Spain. Abstract: Management of the fragile and greatly modified ecosystems in the Spanish Mediterranean climate is complex. Rainfall occurs in a few intensive storms on rough topography. Climax vegetation is sparse forest dominated by evergreen xerophilic species. The emphases of the National Institute for Nature Conservation (ICONA) are forest hydrology restoration, restoration of forest potential, attainment of forest structure, and protection of natural spaces with singular ecological characteristics. This paper discusses the goals of management, evolution of forest management, management problems, scientific information in forest management and restoration, and national level studies on reforestation, hydrology, and desert control.
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