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What are the main factors that should be considered when performing a programme of ecological restoration?
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What are the main factors that should be considered when performing a programme of ecological restoration? Contents Abstract Introduction The plan: Do's and Dont's How can the goals set out in the plan be achieved? Reasons for degradation Soil as a major factor in a programme of restoration The problem of exotic species The advantages of using grazers The advantages and disadvantages of using a keystone species Restoration of traditional farming methods Monitoring and communication Conclusion Literature cited Abstract Introduction The art of ecological restoration is in its infancy, with only aquatic restoration with well defined guidelines (Weiher 2007). Restoration, especially terrestrial restoration, needs more cohesion of efforts. Programmes of restoration need to follow tried and tested methods that have been well researched, well documented, and well monitored if they want to succeed. There have been countless attempts of restoration projects that have been undertaken with no post monitoring, so not only might they not be successful but others can not learn from the mistakes and improve...
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