Methodological Proposal for the Inventory and Assessment of Geomorphosites: An Integrated Approach focused on Territorial Management and Geoconservation

Santos, Daniel Souza dos; Mansur, Kátia Leite; Seoane, José Carlos Sícoli; Mucivuna, Vanessa Costa; Reynard, Emmanuel

doi:10.1007/s00267-020-01324-2

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“…The IELIG method [40] provides the protection priority value, which is essential for establishing improvement strategies. Additionally, the chosen methods have parameters that include the types of interest of CNP and have the aesthetic value within the evaluation, which is an important factor in geomorphosites [103].…”

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Assessment of Geosites within a Natural Protected Area: A Case Study of Cajas National Park

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Cajas National Park (CNP), located in southern Ecuador, comprises an area of high natural, scientific and cultural value with wide recognition worldwide. This national park has a large number of elements that, as a whole, constitute a relevant geological heritage. However, this geological heritage requires an enhancement that complements the important contribution made by the Natural Park in terms of conservation and protection of the natural heritage. This study aims to evaluate sites of geological relevance present in CNP through international geosite assessment methodologies and thus provide knowledge favouring these resources’ sustainable use and geoconservation. The study phases comprise four stages: (i) a base information analysis of the study area; (ii) identification and selection of sites of geological interest; (iii) a geosite and geomorphosite assessment using the Inventario Español de Lugares de Interés Geological (IELIG) method and Brilha method; (iv) a qualitative assessment using a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis for the contribution and influence of geomorphosites in the development of the study area. This work made it possible to determine that all the analysed geosites and geomorphological sites (14) have a high and very high interest. The Llaviucu valley site stands out for its relevant scientific, academic and tourist value. The IELIG method revealed that 50% of the evaluated sites have a high protection priority, while the rest are in the “medium” category. In addition, the investigation through the SWOT analysis revealed that the geomorphosites could provide significant added value to the development of geotourism and of the NP itself, complementing the already known natural attractions; moreover, the study presented strategies for the use of these in the sustainable development of the area.

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“…These elements describe the form and quality of the area, and they are common throughout the Earth, while other elements of main values (volcanos, caves, weathering mass, and structural elements) are connected to places with conditions that contribute to evolution of these processes. Additionally, soils were not mentioned above, as this element is considered to fall within the sphere of biological activity and will be studied in future research [3,10,[30][31][32][33][34][35]. Notably, soils represent the interface between abiotic and biotic nature and processes, with soil formation and type impacting on the geocultural aspects of societal development, such as evolution of agricultural practices.…”

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Quantitative-Qualitative Method for Quick Assessment of Geodiversity

Zakharovskyi

Németh

2021

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The article demonstrates a method for quantitative-qualitative geodiversity assessment based on core elements of abiotic nature (geology and geomorphology) according to a proposed weight multiplied by the area of spread through the studied region. The territory of the Coromandel Peninsula was selected as a case study due to its diverse geology and geomorphology. The north part of the Peninsula (Port Jackson, Fletcher Bay and Port Charles districts) was chosen because of the variety of rock types (sedimentary and volcanic groups) covering the region, while historical stratovolcano remnants and old sediments provide a good variety of meadow hills and weathered coastal cliffs. Meanwhile, the method utilizes easily accessible data (topographical and geological map) to assess slope angle (morphometry) and rock groups, including their age (geology) to identify areas in the sample region with significant geodiversity values. Moreover, the aim of this research is to make the assessment of geodiversity simpler and more accessible for various parts of the world with minimal required information. In this paper, we provide access to improve and utilize this method in geologically diverse territories to select the best areas for geotourism, geoeducation and geconservation planning.

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“…The geoconservation community must work to ensure that geographic heritage conservation in protected areas gains more popularity on local, national, and international agendas for nature, sustainable development, and human well-being [9]. Over the past two decades, several quantitative and qualitative methods proposed how to classify geodiversity and geoheritage [11][12][13]. Due to their geographical nature and disciplinary novelty, geoheritage studies are more common in temperate regions than in tropical regions [14].…”

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“…Quesada-Román and Pérez-Umaña [20] studied the volcanic and paleoglacial geoheritage of the Miocene-Quaternary and the promotion of geotourism at Chirripó National Park in Costa Rica. Recently, Rosado-González et al [21] indicated that three geoparks (Chirripó in Costa Rica, Over the past two decades, several quantitative and qualitative methods proposed how to classify geodiversity and geoheritage [11][12][13]. Due to their geographical nature and disciplinary novelty, geoheritage studies are more common in temperate regions than in tropical regions [14].…”

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Geodiversity, Geoconservation, and Geotourism in Central America

Quesada‐Román

Torres-Bernhard

Ruiz-Álvarez

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Central America is located in a dynamic region where tectonics and volcanism together with the tropical climate and its diverse vegetation have shaped the landscapes. Our main objective is to review the status of the geodiversity, geoconservation, and geotourism in Central America. We will identify the region’s geomorphic environments and geodiversity using classic regional geomorphology mapping techniques. Likewise, using touristic maps and webpages, we identify the most prominent geosites of different origin in Central America. Moreover, we will explore the national environmental policies, natural conservation systems, and tourism initiatives to promote their national geoheritage through geotourism. We found that volcanic, coastal, karstic, glacial, and fluvial geomorphic environments are the most common in the region. In addition, we identified 393 geosites of volcanic, coastal, karstic, glacial, fluvial, and archeological origin in Central America. The promotion of geoheritage, geodiversity, geoconservation, and thus the development of geoparks are excellent opportunities to promote sustainable development, sustainable lifestyles, appreciation of natural and cultural diversity, and the promotion of peace. These results may prove important to spread information about geoscience widely to decision makers on geotourism and conservation in each country and the stakeholders of the region. Geoheritage studies in tropical and developing countries such as those in Central America should be improved, and priority should be given to the geomorphological dynamics and strong anthropic pressures on their geo- and biodiversity to increase their income through geotourism, especially among the less favored communities and avoid affecting their already threatened natural resources.

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Methodological Proposal for the Inventory and Assessment of Geomorphosites: An Integrated Approach focused on Territorial Management and Geoconservation

Abstract: E. (2020). Methodological proposal for the inventory and assessment of geomorphosites: An integrated approach focused on territorial management and geoconservation. Environmental Management.

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Assessment of Geosites within a Natural Protected Area: A Case Study of Cajas National Park

Assessment of Geosites within a Natural Protected Area: A Case Study of Cajas National Park

Quantitative-Qualitative Method for Quick Assessment of Geodiversity

Geodiversity, Geoconservation, and Geotourism in Central America

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