International Cooperative
Biodiversity Groups

Studies of the Biodiversity
of Jordan

Maps

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Four biogeographical regions of Jordan

This map illustrates the four biogeographical regions of Jordan. The red dots illustrate where soil samples were collected during the planning grant in 2004. All four regions were sampled via a vertical transect down the western spine of Jordan. The dotted line shows an area where we will focus future collecting efforts. Based on heavy metal/trace element analyses of the soil sample, coupled with data on Predator numbers per g of soil, we anticipate that a concentration of 25 ug of Cu per g of soil may be optimal for Predator bacteria. Note how a horizontal transect near this line can still sample all four biogeographic regions. From a biodiversity hotspot perspective, the orange area in this map represents Mediterranean climate.

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Physical map of Jordan

This map illustrates the same sampling points overlaid with the topography of Jordan. During our 2004 collecting trip, we traversed an elevation change of 421 m below sea level (Dead Sea) to 1553 m above sea level. These data highlight the diverse ecosystems that are readily accessed in Jordan.

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Collection sites of soil samples

The red dots illustrate where soil samples were collected during the planning grant in 2004. The colored gradient approximates the range of Cu in Jordanian soil based on Kreiging from the data of each collection point. The dotted line approximates the 25 µg/g area. Based on these data, and coupled with data on Predator numbers per g of soil, we postulate that a concentration of 25 µg of Cu per g of soil may be optimal for Predator bacteria.

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Mean annual precipitation in Jordan

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Jordan’s location between Europe, Asia, and Africa

Neighbors include Iraq, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Syria. Jordan's port is on the Red Sea; the Jordan River and Dead Sea run along the western border.

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