Harnessing Remote Sensing for Large-Scale Biodiversity Estimation in East African Savannas

EarthAcre's Chief Scientist, Dr. Andrew Davies from Harvard University, collaborating with Dr. Peter Boucher, utilized cutting-edge UAV LiDAR surveys to estimate biodiversity in Eastern Kenya. Their pioneering research unraveled the relationship between biodiversity and vegetation structure, providing crucial insights into biodiversity capacity and enabling estimation of biodiversity capacity across different scales. 

Through analyses of bird diversity metrics and vegetation structure at various scales, the study has uncovered robust relationships, particularly at larger spatial scales. These findings highlight the immense potential of remote sensing technologies to monitor and preserve savanna biodiversity, enabling the scale-up of biodiversity estimation. This research aligns closely with EarthAcre’s mission to address climate change crises and prevent biodiversity collapse by leveraging community knowledge and advanced technology.

For an in-depth exploration of this research, access the comprehensive preprint at: https://doi.org/10.32942/X25S37 

Join us in the pursuit of combating climate change and biodiversity collapse, while empowering indigenous communities. Together, let us embark on a journey to unlock the mysteries and wonders of East African savannas. Please refer to our website for further details.