Modelling the spatial-temporal distribution of tsetse (Glossina pallidipes)

As a function of topography and vegetation greenness in the Zambezi Valley of Zimbabwe

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 November 2016
Country:
Zimbabwe
Document Type:
Journal Article
Theme:
Climate and Environment
Authors:
Matawa, F, Murwira, A, Zengeya, F.M., Atkinson, P.M.

Abstract

We developed a stable and temporally dynamic model for predicting tsetse (Glossina pallidipes) habitat distribution based on a remotely sensed Normalised Difference Vegetation Index, an indicator of vegetation greenness, and topographic variables, specifically, elevation and topographic position index (TPI). We also investigated the effect of drainage networks on habitat suitability of tsetse as well as factors that may influence changes in area of suitable tsetse habitat.

Citation

Matawa, F., Murwira, A., Zengeya, F.M., Atkinson, P.M., Modelling the spatial-temporal distribution of tsetse (Glossina pallidipes) as a function of topography and vegetation greenness in the Zambezi Valley of Zimbabwe, Applied Geography, vol.76, issue12, pp.198-206, ELSEVIER SCI LTD, 2016

Modelling the spatial-temporal distribution of tsetse (Glossina pallidipes) as a function of topography and vegetation greenness in the Zambezi Valley of Zimbabwe

Published 1 November 2016
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