Ecosystem

Reconstruction Map

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Eco-index Ecosystem Restoration Map - Version 2.0

Reconstruction Priority

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Ecosystem Reconstruction Priority Levels

Projected Native Ecosystems

Estimated Catchment Reconstruction Costs

Eco-index Catchments

Iwi Areas of Interest from Te Puni Kōkiri

Research shows that the game changes if we can reach at least 15% native ecosystem cover. This means protecting ecosystems that are above 15% of their possible natural range, for example, large areas of mountain forest, and reconstructing those that have fallen below.

The Ecosystem Reconstruction Map provides information for those interested in reconstruction of native ecosystems that are missing from our landscapes. Ecosystem reconstruction is a specific kind of ecological restoration where native ecosystems are rebuilt from scratch, for example, in retired pasture.

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15% goal rationale

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Eco-index gratefully acknowledges the support and resources of New Zealand’s Biological Heritage National Science Challenge, Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, the New Zealand Plant Conservation Network and the many individuals who contributed to the development of this map.