Adaptive co-management of biodiversity in rural socio-ecological systems of Ecuador and Latin America

Francisco Neira*, Santiago Ribadeneira, Estefania Erazo-Mera, Nicolas Younes

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    Abstract

    Biodiversity management in Ecuador, and across Latin America, focuses on using protected areas for conservation purposes. However, this management strategy does not adequately consider biodiversity interactions with humans by neglecting socio-ecological systems that provide many benefits especially to indigenous and other rural peoples. This paper reviews successful examples of local applications of adaptive co-management that incorporate socio-ecological interactions and the benefits they provide to rural communities in Latin America. These examples show the potential of applying adaptive co-management to manage biodiversity and to revitalize the development of rural communities across the region.
    Original languageEnglish
    Article numbere11883
    Number of pages7
    JournalHeliyon
    Volume8
    Issue number12
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Dec 2022

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