Maintained canopy cover
Impact
Canopy cover refers to vegetation that grows taller than ground cover, such as tree branches and leaves, that provides cover to the area of ground that lies directly beneath the plant’s foliage. The condition of the canopy cover has implications for flora and fauna habitat, ecological processes and soil condition.
Suggested indicators: Tree canopy cover & health, Shrub cover
Maintained canopy cover may be associated with:
| Potential associated impacts | Suggested indicators |
| Maintained vegetation condition and composition |
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| Maintained animal species composition |
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| Vegetation thickening and change in pasture production in some situations |
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| Increased quality and quantity of soil organic matter |
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| Maintained habitat connectivity |
* Yet to be developed
Last updated: 27 August 2008