Assess current conservation activities
The conservation status (in situ and ex situ) of
the taxon for the target region is assessed.
Survey of geographical, ecological and taxonomic data
Through a thorough survey of geographical, ecological and taxonomic
data, the target area (geographic, climatic etc.) is fully characterised
along with the target species (distribution, ethnobotany, phenology
etc.).
Collection of specimen-specific data
Specimen-specific data are collected in order to determine the
distribution and ecological preferences of the target species.
Considerations for data selecting and recording are given together
with problems commonly encountered.
Data verification
Data are verified for accuracy and integrity prior to analysis.
Data analysis
Data analysis is performed to elucidate the distribution and ecological
preferences of the target species. The application of maps, tables
and bar charts, multivariate statistical analysis and Geographic
Information Systems is discussed.
