Landsat-8 Multispectral Satellite Imagery for Rhinoceros Sondaicus Habitat Spatial Distribution Modelling through Biophysical Parameters in Ujung Kulon National Park, Indonesia

Landsat-8 multispectral satellite imagery effectively identifies key biophysical parameters crucial for the survival of the critically endangered Javan Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) in Ujung Kulon National Park, Indonesia. The study demonstrates that this remote sensing approach can accurately map essential habitat characteristics such as slope, altitude, vegetation cover index, temperature, and proximity to water sources like puddles, rivers, beaches, and glades. By integrating these parameters into a spatial distribution model, researchers have developed digital maps that visualize suitable habitats for the Javan Rhinoceros, offering actionable insights for conservation efforts. This method provides a scalable and precise tool for in-situ conservation planning, addressing critical gaps in environmental data needed to protect this iconic species.

Sumunar, D. R. S., Salsabila, M. A., Fitriana, S., & Hamid, H. A. (2019). Landsat-8 Multispectral Satellite Imagery for Rhinoceros Sondaicus Habitat Spatial Distribution Modelling through Biophysical Parameters in Ujung Kulon National Park, Indonesia. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 286(1), 12044. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/286/1/012044