A multifaceted use of remote sensing data for mapping vegetation of island ecosystems (example of Bolshoy Solovetsky island)

Remote sensing data offers a powerful tool for mapping and monitoring the fragile vegetation of island ecosystems, particularly under increasing anthropogenic pressure. A high-resolution study on Bolshoy Solovetsky Island, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, demonstrates that integrating field surveys with laboratory analysis and remote sensing can effectively capture vegetation patterns in polar environments. This approach provides critical insights for conservation efforts, balancing methodological rigor with practical applications to support sustainable management.

Alekseenko, N. A., Baldina, E. A., Medvedev, A. A., & Troshko, K. A. (2016). A multifaceted use of remote sensing data for mapping vegetation of island ecosystems (example of Bolshoy Solovetsky island). Geodesy and Cartography, 918(12), 45–53. https://doi.org/10.22389/0016-7126-2016-918-12-45-53