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In the broad field of monitoring, this chapter highlights two specific approaches: long-term ecosystem observation and success control. Different target settings in nature protection determine very strictly the concrete monitoring programmes as demonstrated by two topical examples. As the first example, the ‘Long-term observation of ecosystems in the biosphere reserves of Brandenburg’ is operating for more than 10 years now. It comprises a broad variety of areas while observing all components relevant to the respective ecosystem. The fundamental approach of this concept is introduced. Criteria used for the definition of ecosystem types in combination with utilization forms and for the selection of observation areas are described. A closer look at the aims and programmes of fens exemplifies the approach of the project. In order to outline the differences between long-term observations and success control, the second example depicts a success control programme for the rewetting of peatlands in forests.
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I sincerely thank Hamish Kimmins for critical discussions and review of the chapter. Also thanks to Katrin Haggenmueller for the creation of various illustrations and the English revision.
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Luthardt, V. (2010). Monitoring of Ecosystems: Two Different Approaches – Long-Term Observation Versus Success Control. In: Müller, F., Baessler, C., Schubert, H., Klotz, S. (eds) Long-Term Ecological Research. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-481-8782-9_22
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