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UK National Mammal Sightings Dataset
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Contains detailed records of mammal sightings collected across the United Kingdom, sourced from the NBN Atlas as part of the National Mammal Atlas Project. The resource includes geographical coordinates detailing where the sightings occurred, alongside specific biological identification details necessary for filtering by taxonomy. The data has been streamlined by removing redundant fields and ensuring data anonymity before compilation.
Columns
- Scientific name: Provides the formal scientific classification name for the observed animal, such as Sciurus carolinensis.
- Common name: Lists the widely known common name, frequently including Eastern Grey Squirrel and European Rabbit.
- Species ID (TVK): An internal identifier used for species tracking.
- Taxon Rank: Indicates the level of biological classification (e.g., species, genus).
- Start date, Start date day, Start date month, Start date year: Temporal fields detailing the exact time frame of the observation, spanning years from 1905 up to 2023.
- Latitude (WGS84) & Longitude (WGS84): The geo-spatial coordinates of the sighting location.
- Coordinate uncertainty (m): Provides an estimate, in metres, of the locational accuracy of the coordinate recording.
- Identification verification status: Indicates whether the observation record has been checked and verified, often showing an 'Accepted - correct' status.
- Basis of record: The method used to make the observation, which is uniformly listed as 'HumanObservation'.
- Survey key: Describes the mechanism through which the observation was recorded (e.g., iRecord | General data).
- Kingdom, Phylum, Class: Higher taxonomic classifications, which are consistently Animalia, Chordata, and Mammalia, respectively.
- Order, Family, Genus: Further hierarchical biological classifications, noting frequent records in the Carnivora and Rodentia orders.
- Country: Indicates that all observations occurred within the United Kingdom.
- State/Province: Specifies the country within the UK where the observation took place, with the majority of sightings recorded in England.
Distribution
The data is contained within a file size of approximately 54.76 MB. It features a total of 23 columns. The resource includes roughly 227,000 valid records or rows, representing individual mammal observations. The expected update frequency for this specific resource is stated as 'Never'.
Usage
The data is highly suitable for time series analysis focused on ecological patterns. It can be utilised for studying the geographical distribution and temporal changes in UK mammal populations. Researchers interested in biological taxonomy and environmental monitoring, particularly within the field of natural history, will find this resource useful.
Coverage
The geographic scope covers the entirety of the United Kingdom, broken down by country, with the greatest density of observations occurring in England. The temporal coverage is extensive, beginning in 1905 and running through to 2023, though the bulk of the records have been collected since 2013. The data is focused exclusively on the class Mammalia, documenting various species including Eastern Grey Squirrel and European Rabbit.
License
CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Who Can Use It
- Environmental Scientists: For tracking the spread or decline of mammal species over time.
- Ecologists: For habitat mapping and geographical distribution studies using the WGS84 coordinates.
- Data Analysts: Beginner users interested in applying Time Series Analysis techniques to real-world environmental data.
- Conservation Organisations: For informing regional conservation strategies and policy development concerning UK wildlife.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- UK National Mammal Sightings Dataset
- Geo-spatial Mammal Observation Records (UK)
- NBN Atlas Mammal Occurrence Data
- British Isles Wildlife Sighting History
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Original Data Source: UK National Mammal Sightings Dataset
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