NASA Technology Aids Wildlife Conservation

The video discusses the development of range-wide habitat suitability models for the endangered Ridgeways rail, an indicator species for marsh conditions in the Colorado River system. The research combines extensive on-the-ground data with satellite imagery to create accessible tools for habitat management. These tools provide annual updates on habitat suitability, helping managers allocate resources effectively to support species recovery.

What is the significance of the Ridgeways rail as an indicator species?

In what ways does the tool built for managers help in habitat management?