oih/oih-wis2 huggingface dataset:
Marine Biological Sample Database, JAMSTEC

Keywords: Occurrence
Temporal coverage: 1982/2023, 1982/2018

This dataset contains data of biological samples which were collected during scientific missions of JAMSTEC ships (NATSUSHIMA, KAIYO, YOKOSUKA, KAIREI and MIRAI) and submersibles.Data of this dataset is derived from the Marine Biological Sample Database of JAMSTEC. At the original database, you may search sample information such as number of individuals, preservation methods, sex, life stages, identification, collecting information and related literatures.
South Australian Museum Marine Invertebrates Collection

Keywords: Occurrence, Specimen
Temporal coverage: 1831/2015

The South Australian Museum holds one of the most significant historical collections of Australian molluscs in the world. The collections of Marine Invertebrates are the most diverse and complex of any collections in the Museum, currently represented by 23 phyla. Although some of these phyla are relatively small in terms of species numbers, about half are large, diverse groups. It is estimated that the collection consists of over 1.5 million specimens and includes over 100000 specimen lots in spirit, a dry collection housed in 2700 drawers, some 1400 microscope slides, 2672 primary types, 9979 secondary types, some 35000 registered lots and a photo index collection of 4793 images.
Data downloaded from ALA (http://collections.ala.org.au/public/show/co165) and taxa have been matched to World Register of Marine Spscies.
Sea Turtle rehabilitation project (aggregated per 1-degree cell)

Keywords: Occurrence, Observation
Temporal coverage: 2011/2011

Original provider:
Georgia Aquarium Research Center

Dataset credits:
Data provider
Georgia Aquarium
Originating data center
<a href="http://www.seaturtle.org/tracking/">Satellite Tracking and Analysis Tool (STAT)</a>


Abstract:
Georgia Aquarium rehabilitates and raises stranded loggerhead sea turtles in the Georgia Explorer gallery

Supplemental information:
<a href="http://www.seaturtle.org/tracking/index.shtml?project_id=680">Visit STAT's project page</a> for additional information.

This dataset is a summarized representation of the telemetry locations aggregated per species per 1-degree cell.
Meiobenthos of the Dutch Continental Shelf in spring 1991

Keywords: Species composition, Age composition, Meiobenthos, Sediment analysis, Sex composition, Samplingevent
Temporal coverage: 1991/1991

Meiofauna composition for 22 stations in the Dutch Continental Shelf in spring 1991. The data were digitized by VLIZ from the original report:Huys, R.; De Smet, G. (1991). Het meiobenthos van het Nederlands Continentaal Plat voorjaar 1991: rapportage in het kader van het biologisch monitoring project. NIOO: Yerseke. 57 pp.
COMRAPMS12018 Phytoplankton

Keywords: Occurrence
Temporal coverage: 2017/2017

Sampling data captured in Oceanic Exploration Research China Ocean Mineral Resources Research and Development Association (COMRA) conducted its activities during 2018 according to the Second Five-Year Plan specified in Appendix II to the Polymetallic Sulphides Exploration Contract (hereinafter referred to as the Exploration Contract) between the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and COMRA. In accordance with the provisions specified in Section 10 of the Exploration Contract, COMRA, as the contractor, submits to the Secretary-General of ISA this Annual Report covering its program of activities carried out in the year of 2018.
Marine Bird Sighting Data, Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) Chukchi Sea research cruise on the vessel Norseman II from 2015-08-09 to 2015-09-03

Keywords: Samplingevent
Temporal coverage: 2015/2015

This dataset contains seabird survey and associated environmental conditions data collected in the Chukchi Sea during the 9 August - 3 September 2015 Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) research cruise. Seabirds were surveyed using line transect methods. Seabird observations were recorded directly into a laptop computer using software which logged the geographic coordinates of each sighting. Incidental sightings of marine mammal were also recorded. Supplementary environmental data are included for the beginning of each survey period. The dataset is two comma-separated values (csv) files. The file named dlog_2015_dwc_core.csv contains the count of observed marine birds and mammals by species, their behavior, and the environmental conditions recorded during the surveys for the 2015 research cruise. The file named taxon_codes_2015.csv is an associated taxon code list of the observed species. This dataset was transformed from the native format into a table structure using Darwin Core term names as column names.
Green turtle tracking in the northern Great Barrier Reef (aggregated per 1-degree cell)

Keywords: Occurrence, Observation
Temporal coverage: 2008/2009

Original provider:
Qld Environmental Protection Agency

Dataset credits:
Data provider
Undersea Explorer green turtle tracking project
Originating data center
<a href="http://www.seaturtle.org/tracking/">Satellite Tracking and Analysis Tool (STAT)</a>


Abstract:
Exploring breeding female migration pathways and nest site selection within the far northern section of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Supplemental information:
<a href="http://www.seaturtle.org/tracking/index.shtml?project_id=317">Visit STAT's project page</a> for additional information.

This dataset is a summarized representation of the telemetry locations aggregated per species per 1-degree cell.
MIRC KB08 Vessel Surveys Feb-Mar 2011

Keywords: Occurrence,Hawaii Range Complex,Vessels,Sightings, Occurrence, Observation
Temporal coverage: 2011/2011

Original provider:
HDR Environmental, Operations and Construction, Inc.

Dataset credits:
The U.S. Navy Marine Species Monitoring Program

Abstract:
The objective of this current survey effort was to conduct baseline surveys to further document marine mammal and sea turtle occurrence in nearshore waters around the island of Guam. This report presents the results of the Guam Marine Species Monitoring Survey conducted on the MV Island Girl from February 17 to March 3, 2011. This survey covered an area of approximately 4,100 square kilometers (km2)(1,200 square nautical miles ([nm2]) to document marine mammal
and sea turtle distribution around the island of Guam. The approach primarily followed opportunistic survey protocols used in a recent survey around Guam (Ligon et al. 2011), which remained nearshore (within 5.6 kilometers [km] or 3 nautical miles [nm] of the coastline). ). The resulting sightings, therefore, consisted of spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris; 7 of 9 sightings) and a mixed group of bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) and short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus). In addition, one species of sea turtle was observed (green
sea turtle, Chelonia mydas). Additional lines of effort following standard line-transect protocols were attempted (out to 10 nm from shore) when sea conditions permitted.

Purpose:
not provided

Supplemental information:
[2017-08-03] Data format was updated and dataset name was changed.

The sighting of short-finned pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins on 02/22/11 was an aggregation of the two species and recorded as a single record. This sighting was split into each species in this dataset.
BOEM Sperm Whale Seismic Study (SWSS) S-Tag Argos Telemetry

Keywords: Observation, Occurrence,Radio transmitters,Animal movements,sperm whale, Occurrence
Temporal coverage: 2002/2006

Original provider:
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management

Dataset credits:
Texas A&amp;M University
Oregon State University
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Texas A&amp;M University-Galveston
University of Colorado
University of Durham
University of Saint Andrews
University of South Florida
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Abstract:
Sperm Whale Seismic Study (SWSS) was a multi-institutional, interdisciplinary research project supported by the then Minerals Management Service (MMS; now Bureau of Ocean Energy Management - BOEM) under Cooperative Agreement 1435-01-02-CA-85186 for Cooperative Research on Sperm Whales and their Response to Seismic Exploration in the Gulf of Mexico through the Texas A&amp;M Research Foundation.

The objectives of SWSS were to
(1) establish baseline information on the biology and behavior of sperm whales in the northern Gulf of Mexico,
(2) characterize sperm whale habitat use in the northern Gulf of Mexico, and
(3) determine possible changes in behavior of sperm whales when subjected to manmade noise, particularly from seismic airgun arrays used for offshore oil and gas exploration and geological monitoring.

Purpose:
not provided

Supplemental information:
The base of this dataset is ARGOS telemetry location data that were deployed in S-Tag cruises in 2002-2005. The TagID (PTT#) and PhotoID, if available, were used to associate additional attributes such as biopsy and fin images with individual animals. These attributes will be released upon data provider's permission.
Whale log - observations from ANARE voyages

Keywords: Observation, Whales, Occurrence, Biodiversity, Southern Ocean, Incidental sightings
Temporal coverage: 1991/1997

Ship-based observations of whales sightings from the original 'ANARE Whale Log' books have been recovered into a single repository of sightings. ANARE (Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions) is the historic acronym for these voyages.
Oman 2006: Loggerhead Turtles of Masirah (aggregated per 1-degree cell)

Keywords: Observation, Occurrence
Temporal coverage: 2006/2008

Original provider:
Biodiversity East / MTRG

Dataset credits:
Data provider
Marine Turtle Research Group
Originating data center
<a href="http://www.seaturtle.org/tracking/">Satellite Tracking and Analysis Tool (STAT)</a>
Project partner
The project is being conducted by IPEDEX &amp; CO LLC in consultation with the Ministry of Regional Municipalities, Environment and Water Resources of the Sultanate of Oman.Data management, analysis and reporting are being undertaken by SEATURTLE.ORG and the Marine Turtle Research Group.
Project sponsor or sponsor description
The project is sponsored by the TOTAL Corporate Foundation for Biodiversity and the Sea and TOTAL S.A. Muscat Branch.


Abstract:
Loggerhead nesting on Masirah Island, Oman, was first studied in depth in the late 1970s. It was estimated that around 30,000 female turtles came to nest each year on its beaches making it one of the largest, if not the largest loggerhead nesting populations in the world.Since the early studies monitoring and conservation efforts have been undertaken by hard-working local rangers.In 2005 a three year project to assess and evaluate sea turtle populations in Masirah Island as well as establish a sustainable, general management plan for the Island and surrounding areas (Barr Al-Hikman and the Islands in the Masirah Channel) was initiated. One of the focal activities in 2006 is to track 10 nesting females to their possibly remote foraging areas as many years of flipper tagging have so far revealed very little of their migratory behaviour.A second project, with a further 10 transmitters will be undertaken in August by the Environment Society of Oman. Combining the information will strengthen the findings for appropriate conservation measures.

Supplemental information:
<a href="http://www.seaturtle.org/tracking/index.shtml?project_id=145">Visit STAT's project page</a> for additional information.

This dataset is a summarized representation of the telemetry locations aggregated per species per 1-degree cell.
Marine Turtle Nesting Locations, Queensland and Northern Territory coastlines, Australia 1915-2012

Keywords: Occurrence, Observation
Temporal coverage: 1915/2012

There are no information on how the data was acquired. See metadata record https://acef.tern.org.au/geonetwork/srv/eng/main.home?uuid=a2d67ad1-7fb2-4a35-81ca-d5b4d5bfdfc7 for contact details.
SPC NECTALIS Zooplankton/Micronekton specimens,  New Caledonia 2014

Keywords: Observation, Occurrence
Temporal coverage: 2014/2014

The overall objective of the NECTALIS 3 cruise is studying intermediate trophic levels in pelagic ecosystem: characterizing the environment, acoustics, sampling and modelling of zooplankton and micronekton in New Caledonia.

The Nectalis 3 cruise contributes to explore the southern area of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of New Caledonia in the south-west Pacific to collect data and samples on the pelagic ecosystem where tuna swim, particularly albacore tuna.
Macroalgae species richness associated with kelp forests (Macrocystis pyrifera) in Bustamante and Camarones Bay, Atlantic Patagonia, Argentina.

Keywords: Samplingevent, scientific diving, Kelp forest, macroalgae, patagonia, species richness, Macrocystis pyrifera
Temporal coverage: 2021/2022

This dataset presents a collection of macroalgae records obtained from Bustamante Bay and Camarones, situated within the Parque Interjurisdiccional Marino Costero Patagonia Austral (PIMCPA) in Argentina. The study area, known for its ecological importance and past exploitation of macroalgae, showcases a remarkable biodiversity of macroalgae, with the presence of Macrocystis pyrifera giant kelp forests. Through meticulous sampling conducted across seasons and through diving techniques, the dataset offers a robust and up-to-date resource for understanding the richness dynamics and distribution patterns of macroalgae in this coastal region. By selecting sites with visible and expansive kelp forests spanning over 100 meters, the study captures a representative sample of the macroalgae community assemblages  associated with kelp forest, shedding light on their ecological significance within the marine protected area. The taxonomic identification of the specimens was carried out by a specialist using microscopes or magnifying glasses, histological sections and stains and each specimen was identified at the lowest taxonomic level possible. Additionally, each specimen was preserved through exsiccata and silica gel for long-term storage and reference purposes.
Diversidad y abundancia de Elasmobranquios en el Parque Nacional Natural Uramba-Bahía Málaga

Keywords: Elasmobranquios, Palangre, SiB_MARINO, Occurrence, Abundancia relativa, Pescadores locales, Tiburón martillo, Peligro de extinción, Observation
Temporal coverage: 2021/2021

Durante la expedición al Parque Nacional Natural Uramba Bahía Málaga se identificaron el número de especies y abundancia relativa de elasmobranquios por medio de un estudio en el cual se realizaron muestreos con palangres. Se tuvo un total de 32 registro tomados entre noviembre y diciembre de 2021, en los cuales se identificaron 8 especies: 6 especies de tiburones, todas clasificadas como en peligro crítico de extinción, y 2 especies de rayas, una de las cuales no ha sido descrita por la ciencia. Las capturas por unidad de esfuerzo fueron bajas, lo que indica una baja abundancia de elasmobranquios en la zona y el efecto que las pesquerías locales pueden estar teniendo en las poblaciones locales.
South Australian Museum Herpetology Collection - marine records

Keywords: Occurrence, Specimen
Temporal coverage: 1948/2016

Over 70,000 specimens have been registered in this collection.
This dataset is of marine species sourced from the Atlas of Living Australia (ALA) January 2019 (https://collections.ala.org.au/public/show/co125). Taxa have been matched to the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS) and if not then matched to the Australian Faunal Directory (AFD)
NMML Harbor Porpoise Aerial Survey, Cook Inlet, 1991

Keywords: Occurrence, Occurrence,Aircraft,Sightings,harbor porpoise,Phocoena phocoena,abundance,aerial survey,marine mammal survey,survey,marine mammal,cetacean, Observation
Temporal coverage: 1991/1991

Original provider:
National Marine Mammal Laboratory

Dataset credits:
National Marine Mammal Laboratory

Abstract:
On 1 and 2 August 1991, as part of a larger study, Alaska harbor porpoise (<i>Phocoena phocoena</i>) abundance was investigated during an aerial survey throughout the coastal waters of Cook Inlet. A Twin Otter was used to fly a single sawtooth trackline across Cook Inlet at an altitude of 152.2 m (500 ft) and at an airspeed of 185 km/h. Line-transect methodology was used, and only those observations made during optimal conditions were analyzed. Density of harbor porpoises was calculated using line transect estimates based on perpendicular distances of sightings to the cruise track of the airplane. On average, porpoise group size and density for Cook Inlet was 1.33 (SE = 0.33) and 0.54 groups/100 km2 (SE = 0.31).

Purpose:
Although harbor porpoises, <i>Phocoena phocoena</i>, are known to occur throughout Alaska waters, few estimates of abundance exist. In 1991, the National Marine Mammal Laboratory initiated a 3 year study on Alaska harbor porpoises. The objectives of this program were to: 
1) Obtain minimum population estimates in coastal waters using line transect methodology with a coefficient of variation for density estimates of less than 30% for each survey area, and
2) Establish a baseline for detecting changes in abundance through time, for analysis of trends. 
During the present study, it was not fiscally possible to survey all areas of the state in any one year. Accordingly, we selected sections of the state to survey in consecutive years to maximize the likelihood of including all of the animals for a particular area surveyed while minimizing the likelihood of significant movement between areas among survey years.

Supplemental information:
This dataset and associated effort data were updated on Sept 8, 2005. Those who downloaded them before that date should renew them.
DFO Pacific Inside South Hard Bottom Longline Surveys

Keywords: Samplingevent, Relative Abundance, Longline Survey, Relative Biomass, Fisheries, North Pacific, British Columbia, Oceans, Groundfish, Canadian Groundfish Research and Conservation Society, Marine biology, Pacific Ocean, Resources management, Fishery Independent Data, Commercial Species, CGRCS, Stock Assessment, Hard Bottom Habitats, Collaborative Agreement, Fish
Temporal coverage: 2005/2018, 2005/2022

The Inside South Hard Bottom Longline (HBLL) survey is one of a set of long-term and coordinated surveys that together cover most of the nearshore, hard-bottom habitat of coastal British Columbia. The other surveys are the Inside North HBLL survey, Outside South HBLL survey, and Outside North HBLL survey.
The Inside South HBLL survey was first conducted in 2005.  Starting in 2009, this survey has been repeated every second year in alternate years to the Inside North HBLL survey, with the exception that no surveys were conducted in 2017 and the 2020 survey was postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The objective of these surveys is to provide fishery-independent abundance indices and associated biological data for the assessment of nearshore rockfishes and other groundfish species that live on untrawlable, hard bottom habitats. The surveys follow a random depth-stratified design and the sampling units are 2 km by 2 km blocks. The surveys use size 13/0 circle hooks, baited with frozen squid.
The Inside South HBLL Survey is conducted by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and takes place on the Canadian Coast Guard Research Vessel Neocaligus. This survey covers the southern portion of the inlets and protected waters east of Vancouver Island, including Desolation Sound, the Strait of Georgia and southern Gulf Islands in Pacific Fishery Management areas (PFMAs) 14 – 20, 28, and 29.
The data provided include information about the annual survey trips and fishing events (tows/sets) that are part of this survey series, including the vessel name, dates, times, spatial coverage, gear details, and effort information. Catch information (total weight in kg or counts of individual specimens) is included from successful fishing events. Catches are identified to species or to the lowest taxonomic level possible. Most catches are weighed, but some are too small (“trace” amounts) or too large (e.g. very large Big Skate). Some catches were subsampled and biological data were collected from individual fish specimens, including length, sex, and weight information. Where age structures were collected and processed, fish ages have been included.
UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey - Right side - 2016

Keywords: Observation, Occurrence,Norfolk Canyon Aerial,Marine Animal Survey,Marine Biology,Marine mammals,Sea turtles,Visual Sighting,Aircraft, Occurrence
Temporal coverage: 2016/2016

Original provider:
University of North Carolina, Wilmington

Dataset credits:
William A. McLellan, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Supplemental information:
This dataset includes the animal observations toward the right side of the airplane. The left side observations are registered in <a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/dataset/1479">UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey - Left side - 2016</a> (Dataset ID: 1479)

This dataset includes a subset of the data collection for the Norfolk Canyon Aerial surveys.
Other data of the collection are available in the following datasets:
<a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/dataset/1672">UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey -Left side- 2017</a>
<a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/dataset/1674">UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey -Right side- 2017</a>
<a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/dataset/1479">UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey - Left side - 2016</a>
<a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/dataset/1354">UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey - Left side - 2015</a>
<a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/dataset/1356">UNCW Norfolk Canyon Aerial Survey - Right side - 2015</a>

All the US Navy-funded survey datasets are found in the <a href="http://seamap.env.duke.edu/partner/NAVY">OBIS-SEAMAP US Navy</a> page.
Anélidos depositados en la Colección Estuarina y Marina, Universidad de Antioquia - CEMUA

Keywords: Colombia, Registro, Universidad de Antioquia, Annelida, Occurrence, Colección CEMUA, Specimen
Temporal coverage: 1998/2022

La Colección Estuarina y Marina de la Universidad de Antioquia (CEMUA) cuenta con especímenes pertenecientes al phylum Annelida desde el año 2010, año en el cual se dio origen a la colección gracias a la Expedición Antioquia. Este conjunto de datos cuenta con un total de 1520 lotes físicos curados y registrados en la base de datos DarwinCore, provenientes de Australia, Antártica, Costa Rica, Estados Unidos, y el Pacífico y Caribe Colombiano, específicamente de lugares como Bahía de Darwin, Golfo de Uraba, Isla Fuerte, Isla Gorgona, Isla Tintipán, Medellín (Donación del parque Explora), Necoclí, San Andrés, Bahía Salinas y Bahía Santa Mónica, Península Antártica y la Reserva Natural Sanguré.
Cada uno de los especímenes fueron recolectados con un rango de profundidad entre 0.1 y 200 metros, entre los años 1998 y 2019. Por otro lado, el 25% del total de los anélidos de la colección CEMUA corresponden a los lotes registrados hasta especie, el otro 75% está distribuido para los lotes que se registraron hasta phylum (0.07%), clase (10.92%), orden (8.88%), familia (40.59%), género (14.47%), subgénero (0.13%) e infraespecie (0.07%).
Marine mammal sightings off Galápagos

Keywords: Observation, Occurrence, Occurrence,sightings,cetaceans,otariids
Temporal coverage: 1988/2000

Original provider:
Daniel Palacios

Dataset credits:
Daniel M. Palacios and Ocean Alliance

Abstract:
This dataset contains sightings of marine mammals (whales, dolphins, otariids) collected off the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, during three expeditions by the Ocean Alliance in 1988-1989, 1993-1994, and 2000, aboard research vessels Siben (1988-1989) and Odyssey (1993-1994, 2000).

Purpose:
These sightings were collected during dedicated cruises primarily to study sperm whales.

Supplemental information:
Some records do not have time recorded. In this case, it is filled with “00:00:00” and noted in the [Notes] field.

Some records do not have group size recorded. In this case, it is filled with “1” and noted in the [Notes] field.