Low-density residential development (i.e., exurban development) is often embedded within a matrix of protected areas and natural amenities, raising concern about its ecological consequences. Forest-dependent species are particularly susceptible to human settlement even at low housing densities typical of exurban areas. However, few studies have examined the response of forest birds to this incr...

The identification of areas with favorability and restrictiveness in the development of residential surfaces represent and useful instrument for local and regional planning, local authorities and population, as it can help avoiding emplacement conflicts at metropolitan or local level. The analysis was based on a series of attributes extracted from topographical maps (1977-1978) and aerial image...

Heterogeneity in household preferences for recreational use of forests may lead to spatial sorting, i.e., households choose their residential location in accordance with their preference for forest recreation. In this study, we analyze the preferences for recreational use of forests in Lorraine (Northeastern France), applying stated preference data. Our approach allows us to estimate individual...

Singapore, a tropical island of only 716 km2, has substantial land under forest. But rapid urbanisation coupled with the scarcity of land has also resulted in exten‐ sive land clearance. Though highly urbanised, Singapore has managed to retain 4.5% of the land area under nature conservation, and 2.9% under closed forest. Out of four protected areas, two of these, the Central Water Catchment For...

the purpose of this study was identifying rangeland development andrestoration operations targets. this study was conducted in hossein abad bazoft basinwith 7162 ha area, located in south east of farsan county, chaharmahal and bakhtiariprovince, iran. the basin has various land uses including rangeland, forest, irrigated farmand garden, dry farm, residential area and rock mass. in this study, d...

Over the past 60 years, housing growth has outpaced population growth in the United States. Conservationists are concerned about the far-reaching environmental impacts of housing development, particularly in rural areas. We use clustering analysis to examine the pattern and distribution of housing development since 1940 in and around the Northern Forest, a heavily forested region with high amen...

Habitat destruction is the most important factor determining species extinction; hence, the management of wildlife populations necessitates the management of habitats. Habitat suitability modeling is one of the best tools used for habitat management. There are several methods for habitat suitability modeling, with each of having  some different advantages and disadvantages. In this study, we us...