Figure 1. Ecosystem spatial pattern modelling framework components: (A). Ecosystem field surveys, encompassing measures of biotic and abiotic variables. (B). Data Compilation and Refinement. (C) Final model inputs including training and predictor data. (D). Model Building and Assessment. (E). Spatial prediction of ecosystem constituents and properties. (F) Spatial predictions of ecosystem patterns and properties, at local (i.e., within individual ecosystems or ecosystem types) and landscape (i.e., among ecosystems or ecosystem types) extents. E and F adapted from Pollock et al 2020.
Table 1. Practical solutions for common challenges anticipated during ESPM implementation, following workflow components outlined in Figure 1.