IUCN Red List Habitat Data

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habitat • species • conservation • ecosystem • biodivesity

This dataset consists if geospatial layers describing habitat types used in IUCN Red List assessments. It assists in evaluating species distributions, habitat suitability, and conservation priorities.

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The IUCN Red List Habitat Data includes geospatial datasets describing habitat preferences and land cover associations for Red List species assessments.

Type of Data: Habitat classifications, species-habitat relationships, spatial overlays.
Use Cases: Habitat suitability modeling, protected area planning, species conservation strategies.
Benefits: Helps refine risk assessments and prioritize habitats for conservation action.

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The International Union for Conservation of Nature

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a global organization that works to conserve nature and ensure sustainable use of natural resources.It brings together governments, NGOs, and experts to address biodiversity loss and support environmental policy worldwide.

Global Biodiversity Information Facility

Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is an international open-data network that provides free access to millions of biodiversity records from around the world. By aggregating data from museums, research institutions, and citizen science, GBIF supports scientific research, conservation planning, and informed policy-making on biodiversity and ecosystems.

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