Micro-moths distribution for Dumfries and Galloway
Citation
South West Scotland Environmental Information Centre (formerly DGERC) (2023). Micro-moths distribution for Dumfries and Galloway. Occurrence dataset https://doi.org/10.15468/zmzcpx accessed via GBIF.org on 2024-11-13.Description
A collection of contemporary and historical records of micro-moths in Dumfries and Galloway.Purpose
The dataset was established to collate all available records and identify the distribution of micro-moths within Dumfries and Galloway.
Sampling Description
Quality Control
All records were validated and verified by the county moth recorder and are therefore considered to be of high quality and confidence. Additional checks were also carried out using NBN Record Cleaner rules.Method steps
- Data originate from a number of sources, including records from the county moth recorder and casual sightings by the members of the public, specimens from National Museums Scotland, entomological field meetings etc. The methods used in data capture include, amongst others, daytime observations and various moth trapping techniques.
Taxonomic Coverages
Geographic Coverages
The dataset covers the county of Dumfries and Galloway (vice-counties 72 Dumfriesshire, 73 Kirkcudbrightshire and 74 Wigtownshire). Vast majority of records are captured at 6 figure resolution, however, records at a higher and lower resolution also occur. Geographical coverage of the records reflects recording effort rather than actual species distribution. Recording activity may be more intense in areas where recorders run regular moth traps overnight.
Bibliographic Citations
Contacts
originatorSouth West Scotland Environmental Information Centre (formerly DGERC)
Studio 1, Hillhead Mill
Kirkgunzeon
DG2 8LA
Dumfries
Telephone: 01387 760274
email: mpollitt@swseic.org.uk
homepage: https://swseic.org.uk/
metadata author
South West Scotland Environmental Information Centre (formerly DGERC)
Studio 1, Hillhead Mill
Kirkgunzeon
DG2 8LA
Dumfries
Telephone: 01387 760274
email: mpollitt@swseic.org.uk
homepage: https://swseic.org.uk/
distributor
NBN Atlas
27 Old Gloucester St, Holborn
London
WC1N 3AX
London
GB
email: admin@nbnatlas.org
Mark Pollitt
administrative point of contact
email: mpollitt@swseic.org.uk