Bentrup, G., Kellerman, T. 2004. Where Should Buffers Go? Modeling Riparian Habitat Connectivity in Northeast Kansas. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Agroforestry Center. Volume 59, Number 5. Pages 209-215

Assessment, GIS, Habitat, Management, Riparian buffer, Riparian, Wildlife, Biology, Decision-making

This paper presents a GIS-based rapid assessment method for riparian buffer placement for decision-makers who aim to restore habitat connectivity for wildlife. The paper presents a case study in northeastern Kansas to illustrate the use of and effectiveness of the tool.