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Allen Coral Atlas - Mapped Regions

Dataset

2017 - 2023

Coral reef regions • reef boundaries • marine territories • global reef coverage

This dataset provides geographic boundaries defining the distinct coral reef regions mapped by the Allen Coral Atlas, providing a framework for accessing and analyzing reef data across different global marine territories.

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These data are part of the Allen Coral Atlas data collection, a comprehensive global coral reef monitoring initiative that leverages high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced analytics to support conservation and marine spatial planning.

The Allen Coral Atlas - Mapped Regions dataset provides a globally consistent spatial framework for coral reef mapping, delineating the extent of shallow tropical coral reefs worldwide. These boundaries are essential for organizing and standardizing reef data across different regions, facilitating comparative analyses and integration with other spatial datasets.

Developed through a collaboration between Arizona State University, Planet Labs, the University of Queensland, and other partners, the boundaries are derived from high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced remote sensing techniques. The dataset supports applications in marine spatial planning, conservation prioritization, and environmental monitoring.

The boundaries are available in vector formats compatible with common GIS software and can be accessed through platforms like the HubOcean Data Platform. Developers can utilize these boundaries to contextualize reef-related data, align analyses across different geographic scales, and support decision-making processes in marine management.

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Allen Coral Atlas Partnership

The Allen Coral Atlas is a global coral reef mapping and monitoring platform that supports reef conservation through high-resolution satellite imagery and data. Led by a partnership of research institutions, NGOs, and tech organizations, the Atlas provides open-access tools to track reef health, guide marine management, and protect vital ecosystems.