Topics evaluated with indicators adapted from other methodologies.

Topics evaluated with indicators adapted from other methodologies.

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The Galápagos 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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... these methodologies, we have selected indicators that address specific management issues, rather than those that assess the natural physical elements. Table 3 shows the general themes that have been drawn from these sources. Step 3. Assessment of indicators: score from 1 to 3 points Each of the indicators has been rated on a scale of one to three, with one being the most unfavorable situation and three the optimum. ...

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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...