Conservation in contested landscapes: considering land-use complexity in tropical dry woodlands

August 6, 2026Open Access

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The aim is to understand land-use complexities and conflicts in tropical dry woodlands to enhance conservation efforts.
Developed a conceptual framework with an actor-based typology for understanding land-use interactions.
Conducted a bottom-up mapping to identify overlaps and conflict zones in land use.
Analyzed the impact of land use on deforestation rates and conservation legitimacy.
Indigenous and pastoral systems are widespread but underrepresented in common datasets.
Conflicts arise where their land use intersects with capital-intensive agriculture and resource extraction.
Supporting indigenous and pastoral rights correlates with lower rates of deforestation.

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Explores land-use complexity and conflict in tropical woodlands, highlighting the need for inclusive conservation practices.

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