Habitat suitability index models: introduction

Publication Type:

Report

Authors:

Schamberger, Melvin; Farmer, Adrian H.; Terrell, James W.

Source:

U. W. Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of Biological Services, Volume FWS/OBS-82/10, Number FWS/OBS-82/10, Washington, DC, p.2 (1982)

Call Number:

U82SCH02IDUS

Other Number:

FWS/OBS-82/10

URL:

https://www.nwrc.usgs.gov/wdb/pub/hsi/hsi-000.pdf

Abstract:

This is one in a series of publications describing habitat requirements of selected fish and wildlife species. Numerous literature sources have been consulted in an effort to consolidate scientific data on species–habitat relationships. These data have subsequently been synthesized into subjective Habitat Suitability Index (HSI) models. The models are based on suitability indices formulated for variables found to affect the llfe cycle and survlval of each species. The models are designed to be modified to evaluate specific habitat alterations using the HSI model building techniques presented in the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Habitat Evaluation Procedures.

Notes:

ELECTRONIC FILE - Zoology: Multiple Species

Suggested citation: Schamberger, M., A. H. Farmer, and J. W. Terrell. 1982. Habitat suitability
index models: introduction. U.S.D.l. Fish and Wildlife Service. FWS/OBS-82/10. 2 pp.

Note: The authors' affiliation is Habitat Evaluation Procedures Group, Western Energy and Land Use Team, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service.