Integrating Conservation and Complexity through the Perspective of Place

Aerial surveys of Kilimanjaro National Park reveal the intricate interplay between conservation efforts and ecological complexity, highlighting the unintended consequences of geometric fencing on wildlife movement and habitat dynamics. The study employs a case study approach, combining field observations with expert-led aerial reconnaissance to document how artificial barriers—designed to exclude large herbivores like elephants—create isolated 'islands' of savanna within dusty plains. These findings underscore the need for adaptive conservation strategies that account for the spatial complexity and interconnectedness of ecosystems, particularly in regions where human-wildlife conflicts and climate-induced habitat shifts pose significant challenges.

Curtin, C. (2015). Integrating Conservation and Complexity through the Perspective of Place. The Science of Open Spaces, 1–27. https://doi.org/10.5822/978-1-61091-205-1_1