Biodiversity data publishing is critical for several reasons, ranging from scientific research and conservation to policy-making and education. Darwin Core, a standardized framework for sharing biodiversity information, plays a crucial role in facilitating the effective use of biodiversity data. We this approach we are responding to:

WALLACEAN SHORTFALL  – The Wallacean shortfall is named after Alfred Russel Wallace, and refers to lack of knowledge about the geographical distribution of species.

PRESTONIAN SHORTFALL –  The Prestonian shortfall can be defined as lack of knowledge about the abundance of species and their population dynamics in space and time.

Importance of Biodiversity Data Publishing includes:

Data Accessibility: Publishing biodiversity data makes it accessible to researchers worldwide, fostering collaboration and enabling large-scale studies.

Long-term Studies: Historical data is vital for understanding trends and changes in biodiversity over time.

Species Distribution and abundance: Data on species distribution and abundance helps in understanding ecological patterns and predicting future changes in ecosystems.

Importance of Darwin Core includes:

Standardization.

Interoperability: Darwin Core provides a common language for biodiversity data, making it easier for different databases and systems to share and integrate information.

Consistency: Ensures that data collected from various sources are consistent, facilitating accurate analysis and comparisons.