Amazonia Landscape Mapping and Biodiversity Estimation using Remote

This project aims to set-up and test a methodology for landscape mapping of Amazonia and the assessment of thc biological diversity of Amazonia by applying the knowledge and know-how of the local communities, Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System technology It also intends to provide ground truthing for the remote sensing of Amazonia and to contribute to the baseline data sets of pristine biotopes against which "trouble spots" can be monitored.