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Characterizing protected areas management using ego-networks

The centerpiece of biodiversity conservation is ensuring cooperation among actors involved in the management of protected areas. To contribute to the debate in the field of protected areas governance, we investigate the characteristics of two ego networks established in two Natura 2000 protected areas in Romania. After evaluating the most common ego-network metrics that demonstrate the characteristics of each network, we analyzed the strong ties by using Simmelian ties within protected areas management ego-networks and clustered the embedded links in three primary Girvan Newman groups. The study provides insights regarding several means to improve the cooperation of environmental conservation in Natura 2000 areas.