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Indicators of the assessment. Source: Adapted from Maestro [4].

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Figure 3. Assessment of indicators.
Figure 4. Evaluation of the management of protected areas in Galapagos....
Indicators of the assessment. Source: Adapted from Maestro [4].
Analysis of the Management of Protected Areas in Galapagos: 60 Years after Its Declaration as a National Park
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  • Jul 2024
The Galapagos Islands are one of the most emblematic protected areas on the planet and also one of the most studied. Their main economic activity is tourism, which has grown rapidly in recent years. The increase in tourists is associated with the increase in population and the introduction of invasive species, which puts conservation at risk. This...
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... indicators were selected for each aspect. This resulted in 26 indicators (Table 2), which were chosen based on the literature reviewed and on our expert criteria. Each indicator was rated on a three-point scale, with one representing the least favorable condition and three indicating the optimum. ...
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... approach streamlines the response process and enables future improvement proposals. For each indicator, the criteria defining an "optimal state" were clearly defined (Table 2). ...