Analysis of bioclimatic structure of animals' habitats on the base of the heat balance simulation

Abstract

The article covers questions of bioclimatic habitat analysis with outlining of thermoneutral zones favorable to the existence of animals. The technique of determining the structure and boundaries thermoneutral zones using the animal heat balance model and GIS technologies. We present examples of bioclimatic distribution over reindeer habitat territory and pastures in northern Central Siberia.