Nebraska Gap Analysis Project

Authors

G. M. Henebry, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
M. R. Vaitkus, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
James W. Merchant, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Document Type

Article

Date of this Version

2-2008

Comments

Published in Gap Analysis Bulletin No. 15, February 2008.

Abstract

The Nebraska Gap Analysis Project (NE-GAP) began in 1996 to assess the distribution and conservation status of biodiversity in the State under existing land ownership and management regimes. Our objectives were to (1) map land cover linked to dominant vegetation types; (2) map predicted distribution of terrestrial vertebrates; (3) document the representation of natural vegetation communities and animal species in areas managed for the long-term maintenance of biodiversity; and (4) make all information available to resource managers and land stewards in a readily accessible format.