Spatial Variability of Forest Species: Case Study for Alto Alentejo, Portugal

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

The scientific value is high but need significant improvement in presentation. In some areas it is too long and English is way too week to make readers understand the value of it. However, I found it of value to me in the data (I am interested in protected area management).  I think it can be written in better language and structure. Perhaps you can involve a scientist whose mother tongue is English to help you edit.

Author Response

Response to the reviewers

 

1) Reviewer 1

The scientific value is high but need significant improvement in presentation. In some areas it is too long and English is way too week to make readers understand the value of it. However, I found it of value to me in the data (I am interested in protected area management).  I think it can be written in better language and structure. Perhaps you can involve a scientist whose mother tongue is English to help you edit.

Answer

A thorough revision of the manuscript was carried out, in particular of the introduction and methods. The structure of the manuscript as well as the English were revised.

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Reviewer 2 Report

The manuscript is technically correct and largely well-written. Some minor elements of diction could be improved upon, but not doing so would not materially impact the readability.

Author Response

2) Reviewer 2

The manuscript is technically correct and largely well-written. Some minor elements of diction could be improved upon, but not doing so would not materially impact the readability.

Answer

A thorough revision of the manuscript was carried out, in particular of results. The English were revised.

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