Environmental variables: key elements in the assessment of landscape permeability — a review

Nicu Alexandru Gîlea and Ileana Pătru-Stupariu

Landscape Research, 2025, vol. 50, issue 7, 1239-1254

Abstract: In the face of increasing anthropogenic pressure, landscape permeability plays a vital role in biodiversity conservation, with environmental variables being fundamental to its accurate assessment. This article reviews the environmental variables identified in studies on landscape permeability, focusing on their impact on wildlife movement and ecological processes. By examining literature from 2000 to 2024, we identified 89 relevant variables across 143 studies, primarily conducted in Europe and North America. Although many studies relied on a single environmental variable, thereby limiting the accuracy of the assessments, we advocate the use of multiple variables to ensure more robust results. The findings underscore the need for a comprehensive evaluation of landscape permeability, emphasising the importance of understanding the interconnections between variables and adopting standardised methodologies. This review lays the groundwork for future research, supporting the development of effective environmental management strategies that enhance ecosystem conservation through a better understanding of landscape permeability.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1080/01426397.2025.2502552

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