Abstract
Abstract. This document shows the conceptual and operational framework adopted to realise the “Carta della Natura” of Molise region at 1:25, 000 scale. In particular, the methodology used to create the Map of habitats is briefly described and the habitats mapped and identified on the scale of analysis are listed.The next phase of the Carta della Natura project is also described: the assessment phase that using a set of indicators and indexes, assigns specific marks to the territorial units included that are representative of their natural value and risk of degradation. The mapping and the evaluation of the Molise regions’ habitats represent a valid landmark for bodies and agencies responsible for the safeguard, control, planning and management of the territory.
Highlights
IntroductionThe term "Carta della Natura" identifies a national project of cartography and assessment of terrestrial ecological systems
In this article is presented the realization of "Carta dellaNatura" in the Molise region.The term "Carta della Natura" identifies a national project of cartography and assessment of terrestrial ecological systems
The assessment phase, using a set of indicators and indexes, assigns specific marks to the territorial units included that are representative of their natural value and risk of degradation
Summary
The term "Carta della Natura" identifies a national project of cartography and assessment of terrestrial ecological systems. 2,050 m a.s.l. of Monte Miletto, on the Apennine chain of Matese It is located between 41° 22' and 42° 41' north latitude and 14° 29' and 15° 42' east longitude from the Greenwich meridian. A first cartography of the habitats was produced on a vast area and in the following time, between 2005 and 2008, through a collaboration between Ispra and Arpa Molise, was extended to the remaining territory of the region with the issuing of the Map of Habitats at scale 1:50,000. Following important methodological updates and with new basic data available, in 2021, Ispra proceeded in autonomy, sustained by the competence of its technicians and researchers, to completely update the project products improving the cartographic detail.
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