Bare Ground
Benchmark Value
Scoring Curve
This curve shows how a field measurement for this indicator would score across all available benchmark forms in this context. The scoring engine uses 16 benchmarks together — the OptimalRange form drives the primary score, while 15 guard(s) constrain the result.
Contributing Benchmarks
Evidence & Context
Levels exceeding 50% bare ground are defined as 'poor' land condition under Queensland Government regulations and are associated with significant ecological degradation.
Percentage of exposed soil surface not covered by vegetation (living or dead) or litter.
This benchmark defines the maximum bare ground percentage beyond which land condition is considered poor and ecological degradation is significant.
Queensland Government regulations define > 50% bare ground as 'poor' land condition, marking a critical ecological tipping point.