Perception of biophilic values in the Rocuant Andalién wetland, Concepción, Chile

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https://doi.org/10.22320/07183607.2024.27.50.06

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urban wetlands, biophilic values, environmental perception, participatory geographic information systems, urban planning

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This study analyzes the perception of biophilic values in the Rocuant-Andalién wetland, located in the Concepción Metropolitan Area, Chile, and examines how these perceptions vary according to neighborhood typologies. The main objective is to understand how different urban and sociodemographic characteristics influence the valuation of this natural space. For this purpose, a geo-referenced questionnaire was applied to 326 residents of different neighborhood typologies, assessing nine types of biophilic values (utilitarian, naturalistic, ecological-scientific, aesthetic, symbolic, humanistic, moralistic, dominionist, and negativist). A Public Participation Geographic Information Systems (PPGIS) approach and hot spot analysis were used to identify perception clusters. Results revealed that wetland perceptions vary significantly by neighborhood typology, with a higher valuation of utilitarian and aesthetic values in low-density areas standing out. Hotspots were identified that indicate areas with a high valuation of certain biophilic values. The integration of PPGIS and biophilic values demonstrates how spatial patterns influence the perception of urban wetlands. The results suggest that improving infrastructure and accessibility could strengthen residents' connections to these natural spaces. The findings underscore the importance of developing inclusive and effective conservation and urban planning policies to promote a more favorable perception and management of urban wetlands.

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Carolina Rojas-Quezada, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.

Doctor in Cartography, GIS and Remote Sensing.
Deputy Director of Research, Institute of Urban and Territorial Studies - Principal Researcher Center for Sustainable Urban Development

Paula Villagra, Austral University of Chile, Valdivia, Chile.

Doctor in Architecture and Planning
Associate Professor, Institute of Environmental and Evolutionary Sciences, School of Sciences

Felipe Jorquera, Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.

Master's Degree in Human Settlements and Environment
Doctoral Student in Architecture and Urban Studies, Faculty of Architecture, Design and Urban Studies.

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2024-11-30

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Rojas-Quezada, C., Villagra, P., & Jorquera, F. (2024). Perception of biophilic values in the Rocuant Andalién wetland, Concepción, Chile. Urbano, 27(50), 72–85. https://doi.org/10.22320/07183607.2024.27.50.06

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V.27, N.50 (NOV 2024): MISCELLANY

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