Critical Factors and Evaluation Criteria for Habitat Translocation

John Box

Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 2003, vol. 46, issue 6, 839-856

Abstract: Habitat translocation is the process of moving soils or substrates with their vegetation and any animals that remain associated with them in order to rescue or salvage habitats that would be lost due to changes in land use, or to restore biodiversity to damaged, degraded or newly created sites. Critical factors are similarity in the environmental context of the donor and receptor sites, the translocation technique, and habitat management of the translocated habitat. These critical factors should be taken into account in such a way that the risk of unwanted changes to a habitat due to translocation is reduced to a level that takes account of its nature conservation value. Long-term habitat management and monitoring schemes need to be implemented fully to obtain the biodiversity benefits of translocation. Evaluation of the degree of success or failure against the original aims of the translocation project over a defined period of time requires objective criteria and repeatable measurements that can be confirmed independently of the project team. Codes of best practice covering guidelines and standards for habitat translocation are required which will benefit both business and industry and the planning and regulatory authorities.

Date: 2003
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