Abstract
The paper presents the first results of Dutch-Russian joint research project which aimed at application of GIS-techniques for the management of Astrakhankiy Biosphere Reserve (Russia). The reserve is located in Volga delta and highly depend upon fluctuations both of Volga river flow and Caspian sea level. Since 1977 the sea level increases rapidly. It strongly affects the structure and functioning of ecosystems. Integration of all the data collected in previous years, studying and mapping of main natural elements spatial distribution was considered as indispensable stage of GIS creation for future management of the reserve in changing conditions, monitoring and prediction of natural ecosystems changes.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 189-201 |
Journal | ITC journal |
Issue number | 3 |
Publication status | Published - 1995 |
Keywords
- NRS
- ADLIB-ART-2965