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Change detection and assesment using multi temporal satellite image for North-East Mediterranean Coast
Tuncay Kuleli
University of Cukurova Faculty of Fisheries 01330 Adana, Turkey
Corresponding author. Tel.: +90-322-338 6249; fax:+90-322-338 6439
Email: kuleli@cu.edu.tr
Abstract
In this study, land use change detection of the north-eastern Mediterranean coast within approximately eight years period was conducted. Two Landsat images of different dates (1992, 2000) were processed and analyzed, geometrically corrected (registered) and digitized to obtain more detailed information and identify the change. Based on the combined use of multi temporal satellite imagery and ancillary data, such as topographic maps and field check (ground truth) data, land use maps with different classes were prepared, showing the substantial rate of change, and usefulness of Landsat data in detailed mapping and landuse change detection studies.
1. Introduction
Many coastal areas are undergoing dramatic changes and experiencing the impact of human activities dealing with economic, landuse/abuse, and resource development. There occurs a highly dramatic loss of habitat for wildlife including fish species surrounding many coastal areas worldwide. Remote Sensing data can be used as important tool to evaluate and monitor landuse and land-cover changes. Global coverage, High spatial resolution, and revisit capabilities of modern remote sensing satellites provide us with a large amount of valuable data for accurate land use estimation.
Land-use/land-cover change is a widespread, accelerating, and significant process. Land-use/land-cover change is driven by human actions, and, in many cases, it also drives changes that impact humans. Modelling these changes is critical for formulating effective environmental policies and management strategies.
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