Layout and development of an ecological landscape model as a model instrument for the ecological infrastructure in the Antwerp port.

This project will produce a landscape ecological model that allows to quantify the effect of planned or realised changes in the Antwerp Harbour area on the connectivity between natural animal populations. The model is based on analysis of least-cost paths as a function of landscape resistance. The model is parameterized for a number of target species including natterjack toad and bats with additional species to be determined. The project will deliver a practical instrument for monitoring the functioning of the Ecological Infrastructure in the harbour area.

Keywords:ANTWERP SEAPORT

Disciplines:Ecology, Environmental science and management, Other environmental sciences