Landscape Pattern Metrics

Landscape pattern metrics are tools used to analyze the spatial arrangement of different land types or cover within a landscape, such as forests, fields, or urban areas. They help quantify features like the size, shape, distribution, and connectivity of these areas. By measuring these patterns, we can better understand ecological health, habitat connectivity, and human impacts. Essentially, these metrics translate the complex mosaic of land into meaningful numbers that inform land management, conservation, and planning efforts to promote sustainable and balanced landscapes.