Reptile distribution within Broadland (2004-2011): based upon field signs and sightings
Citation
Broadland Environmental Services Limited (2023). Reptile distribution within Broadland (2004-2011): based upon field signs and sightings. Occurrence dataset https://doi.org/10.15468/y6zgrd accessed via GBIF.org on 2024-12-15.Description
The total number of records of that type found at that location. In the case of field signs this will be recorded as a count of 1.
Purpose
These data have been collected as part of the Broadland Flood Alleviation Project whereby reptiles were relocated to sections of adjacent floodbank and purpose built hibernacula.
Sampling Description
Quality Control
Data is believed to be of high quality; all grid references have been verified for accuracy and data recorders have a wealth of experience in surveying for this species, therefore all records should be accurate.Method steps
- The methods used include using artificial refugia in the form of felt, which were set along river banks. Incidental sightings of the species are also included in the dataset, which be the result of walking between survey sites.
Taxonomic Coverages
Geographic Coverages
The dataset has a geographic extent of the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads. No data is provided for urban areas or where BFAP works have not taken place.
Bibliographic Citations
Contacts
originatorBroadland Environmental Services Limited
metadata author
Broadland Environmental Services Limited
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