Based on previous studies (ICAS, the
Zoological Society of London), in 2000, the
Vanatori Neamt Nature Park (VNNP) was chosen
as the place for the first reintroduction in freedom
of the European bison, in the Romanian
Carpathians (Deju, 2005). Even if the above
mentioned studies reveal that VNNP, in general,
is a suitable place for the reintroduction of the
European bison and the future development of a
free herd, the decision about the first releasing
place inside VNNP requires a detailed analysis.
Usually, the methodology to find the suitable
habitats used GIS, high resolution satellite images
and special softwares, involving high-skilled
professionals’ support, time and financial
resources. This kind of modelling is appropriate
when large areas are studied and the quality of
different options unclear. In cases where smaller
areas are assessed and landscape and
socioeconomic factors indicate few options, a
more simple modeling for the location of suitable
habitat is desired. | 
