Karst landscapes of China: patterns, ecosystem processes and services
Chinese Academy of Sciences · Institute of Subtropical Agriculture · +2 more institutions
Abstract
Abstract Context The karst region of southwestern China, one of the largest continuous karsts in the world, is known for its unique landscapes and rich biodiversity. This region has suffered severe environmental degradation (e.g., vegetation cover loss, soil erosion and biodiversity loss). In recent decades, Chinese governments at different levels have initiated several ecological programs (e.g., Green for Grain, Mountain Closure) to restore the degraded environment and to alleviate poverty. Objectives This study summarizes landscape studies of karst landscapes patterns, their dynamics and interactions among landscape pattern, hydrological processes and ecosystem services (ES). Methods We conducted a…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 21.03
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- 100%
- References
- 88
Authors
8- KWKelin WangCorresponding
Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Subtropical Agriculture, Zhanjiang Experimental Station
- CZChunhua Zhang
Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Subtropical Agriculture, Zhanjiang Experimental Station, Algoma University
- HCHongsong Chen
Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Subtropical Agriculture, Zhanjiang Experimental Station
- YYYuemin Yue
Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Subtropical Agriculture, Zhanjiang Experimental Station
- WZWei Zhang
Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Subtropical Agriculture, Zhanjiang Experimental Station
Topics & keywords
- Karst
- Ecosystem services
- Landscape ecology
- Biodiversity
- Geography
- Context (archaeology)
- Land degradation
- Environmental resource management