Ecological land classification is defined as being a cartographical delineation of distinct ecological areas, identified by their geology, topography, soils, vegetation, climate conditions, living species, water resources, as well as anthropic factors. These factors are known to control or influence biotic composition and ecological processes. As a consequence, they provide a useful approximation of ecosystem potentials. Many different lists have been proposed over time.

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  • Ecological land classification is defined as being a cartographical delineation of distinct ecological areas, identified by their geology, topography, soils, vegetation, climate conditions, living species, water resources, as well as anthropic factors. These factors are known to control or influence biotic composition and ecological processes. As a consequence, they provide a useful approximation of ecosystem potentials. Many different lists have been proposed over time. They were sometimes proposed for conservation efforts. Part of the list proposed below is inspired by Miklos Udvardy classification of the Biographical Provinces in the World which was prepared by Unesco's Man and the Biosphere program, published in 1975 and updated in 1982. Udvardy's Biogeographical provinces take into account both flora and fauna. Botanists and zoologists have developed other ecological land classification schemes; botanists have identified floristic provinces based on plant communities, while zoologists have identified zoogeographic provinces based on faunal communities. Important applications of this information is in planning for future land uses and land conservation decisions. This classification can be applied at different scales with a holistic approach. Additionally, there are parallel classification terms used in the study of the biotic and abiotic components of an ecosystem at similar spatial scales. From largest to smallest, classical levels are: A crucial concept of land classification, is that each of the areas defined either remains the same over a certain period of time or shows a slow gradual change, without large, sudden changes. This means it is a system in a kind of equilibrium. It postulates an area is an open system with a certain self-regulation. Indeed management of land usually aims at a steady state (persistent or at least relatively constant), which means either pure conservation (prevention of damage) or at least sustainability (no deterioration through use).
  • La classification écologique des terres (ecological land classification en anglais) est définie comme étant un processus permettant de délimiter et de classer des aires écologiques distinctes en fonction de leur géologie, de leur relief, de leurs sols, de leur végétation, de leurs conditions climatiques, de leurs espèces sauvages, de leurs ressources en eau et de leurs facteurs anthropogènes. De nombreuses tentatives de classification ont déjà été proposées, en particulier dans le cadre de la mise en place de systèmes de conservation. Une partie de la liste proposée ci-dessous est inspirée du système de domaine géographique proposé par Miklos Udvardy dans le cadre du programme Homme et biosphère, publié en 1975 et mis à jour en 1982. Le système de classification des terres peut être utilisé pour planifier l'utilisation future des terres, ainsi que dans un objectif de prise de décision en termes de conservation. Cette classification des terres peut être appliquée à différentes échelles selon une approche holistique.
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  • January 2009
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  • January 2009
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  • Ecological land classification is defined as being a cartographical delineation of distinct ecological areas, identified by their geology, topography, soils, vegetation, climate conditions, living species, water resources, as well as anthropic factors. These factors are known to control or influence biotic composition and ecological processes. As a consequence, they provide a useful approximation of ecosystem potentials. Many different lists have been proposed over time.
  • La classification écologique des terres (ecological land classification en anglais) est définie comme étant un processus permettant de délimiter et de classer des aires écologiques distinctes en fonction de leur géologie, de leur relief, de leurs sols, de leur végétation, de leurs conditions climatiques, de leurs espèces sauvages, de leurs ressources en eau et de leurs facteurs anthropogènes.
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  • Ecological land classification
  • Classification écologique des terres
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