Climate / Environment / Geospatial / LU/LC / Ecosystems

Moss and Lichens

Satellite-derived Land Use / Land Cover computation of moss and lichens in 2020. Geospatially derived moss and lichen cover refers to information about areas of land that are covered by mosses and lichens, which are small, non-vascular plants that grow in damp, shady areas. This information is obtained using geographic information systems (GIS) technology, which allows for the creation of detailed maps and spatial datasets that can provide information about the location, extent, and characteristics of moss and lichen cover. These datasets are often used by researchers, governments, and organizations to monitor and manage land resources, and to understand the impacts of changes in moss and lichen cover on the environment and local communities.