National Parks and Protected Areas

Conservation, Biodiversity, and Climate Action

Ilda Vagge

• Publisher: IntechOpen
• Year: 2026
• Print ISBN:
  9781836356448
• eBook ISBN:
  9781836356431
• Topic: Biological Sciences
• Index: Biological Sciences

The book National Parks and Protected Areas - Conservation, Biodiversity, and Climate Action is a crucial resource for understanding the intricate relationship between conservation efforts and the pressing challenges posed by climate change. Comprising nine meticulously researched chapters, this volume examines the vital role protected areas play in preserving biodiversity and ecosystem resilience amid an increasingly volatile climate. Each chapter offers a unique perspective on the multifaceted challenges and opportunities across various national parks and reserves worldwide. From the historical climate reconstructions in Cofre de Perote National Park to the pressing human-wildlife conflicts in Mkomazi National Park, the contributions collectively highlight the urgent need for adaptive management strategies that integrate ecological science with community engagement. Key themes include the importance of soil health as a foundation for biodiversity, the identification of climate-resilient biodiversity refuges in Spain, and the innovative landscape designs that balance human activity with ecological integrity in Iceland. The governance transformations at Tram Chim National Park illustrate the potential to reconcile conservation objectives with sustainable livelihoods, while legal perspectives on protected areas in Turkey underscore the need for robust regulatory frameworks to safeguard these vital ecosystems. As climate change continues to reshape our natural world, this book underscores the imperative for informed conservation action. It serves not only as a call to action but also as a guide for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners committed to fostering sustainable coexistence between human societies and the environment. By bridging the gap between scientific inquiry and practical application, this book offers valuable insights essential for navigating the complexities of conservation in a changing climate. This comprehensive examination of conservation strategies is timely and significant, reinforcing the critical importance of protected areas in the global fight against biodiversity loss and climate change.

Table of contents

• National Parks and Protected Areas - Conservation, Biodiversity, and Climate Action
• Contents
• Preface
• Chapter1 Five Centuries of Climate History in Cofre de Perote National Park in Mexico
• Chapter2 Climate-Driven Human-Wildlife Conflict in Mkomazi National Park: The Role of Land-Use Changes and Ecosystem Stressors in Shaping Conservation Challenges
• Chapter3 Do Current Protected Areas Preserve Soil Health and Ecosystem Resilience? Contributions of Nematodes as Bioindicators in the Souss Massa National Park
• Chapter4 Landscape-Environmental Heritage in the Coastal Zone of Guinea-Bissau: CurrentTrends and Design Scenarios in a Changing Climate
• Chapter5 Climate-Resilient Biodiversity Refuges in Biosphere Reserves of the Cantabrian Cornice, Spain
• Chapter6 Corridors of Coexistence: Integrating Ecological Connectivity with Local Benefits in Protected Area Management in Central Annamite, Vietnam
• Chapter7 Improving Fruition and Protecting Nature through Landscape Design and Nature-Based Solutions: The Case of West Iceland
• Chapter8 Perspective Chapter: Reshaping Governance atTram Chim National Park – From Conservation Conflict to Ecological Consensus
• Chapter9 Perspective Chapter: A Judicial Perspective on the Legal Structure of Protected Areas inTurkey