An Assessment of the Spatial Extent and Condition of Grasslands in AZ, NM, and Northern Mexico
This study examines 130 years of vegetation change in Apache Highlands grasslands across Arizona, New Mexico, and northern Mexico, including shrub encroachment, perennial grass loss, and non-native spread, highlighting regional patterns and knowledge gaps.
Subject Tags
- Fire management
- Grassland
Abstract
This report is the first of two studies completed by TNC and partners to delineate the spatial extent and ecological condition of grasslands in central and southern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, and northern Mexico. This report covers the 30-million acre Apache Highlands Ecoregion.
See also An Ecological Assessment of BLM’s Current Fire Management Practices and Arizona Grasslands Assessment GIS Data for related reports and data.
Citation
Gori, D.F. and Enquist, C.A.F., 2003. An assessment of the spatial extent and condition of grasslands in central and southern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico and northern Mexico. Tucson, Arizona, USA: Nature Conservancy.
TNC Authors
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David F. Gori
The Nature Conservancy -
Carolyn A. F. Enquist
The Nature Conservancy