Coral, Coral Reef, Live/Hard Bottom Essential Fish Habitat

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Identification_Information:
Citation:
Citation_Information:
Originator:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) in association with the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC)
Publication_Date: 20151231
Publication_Time: unknown
Title: Coral, Coral Reef, Live/Hard Bottom Essential Fish Habitat
Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: Vector Digital Data Set (Polygon)
Publication_Information:
Publication_Place: St. Petersburg, FL
Publisher:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Online_Linkage: http://www.safmc.net/
Description:
Abstract:
This merged dataset represents the Essential Fish Habitats of Coral, Coral Reef, Live/Hard Bottom as described in Final Habitat Plan for the South Atlantic Region: Essential Fish Habitiat Requirements for Fishery Management Plans of the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, The Shrimp Fishery Management Plan, The Red Drum Fishery Management Plan, The Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan, The Coastal Migratory Pelagics Fishery Management Plan, The Golden Crab Fishery Management Plan, The Spiny Lobster Fishery Management Plan, The Coral, Coral Reefs, and Live/Hard Bottom Habitat Fishery Management Plan, and the Calico Scallop Fishery Management Plan (October 1998). The particular components included in this assembled dataset include: Coral in S FL; Continental Margin Silt Sediment off FL, GA, SC, NC; Hard Bottom, deep and shallow waters off FL, GA, SC, NC.
Purpose:
This dataset was assembled in support of ongoing South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) imternet mapping service (IMS) efforts in association with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI)
Supplemental_Information:
Prior to July 1, 2004, the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) was known as the Florida Marine Research Institute (FMRI). The institute name has not been changed in historical data sets or references to work completed by the Florida Marine Research Institute. The institute name has been changed in references to ongoing research, new research, and contact information.
Time_Period_of_Content:
Time_Period_Information:
Range_of_Dates/Times:
Beginning_Date: 19600101
Ending_Date: 20150901
Currentness_Reference: publication date
Status:
Progress: Complete
Maintenance_and_Update_Frequency: As needed
Spatial_Domain:
Bounding_Coordinates:
West_Bounding_Coordinate: -82.989230753
East_Bounding_Coordinate: -73.759507353
North_Bounding_Coordinate: 36.654639689
South_Bounding_Coordinate: 24.233337609
Keywords:
Theme:
Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: FWRItheme
Theme_Keyword: corals (reefs
Theme_Keyword: etc)
Theme_Keyword: other fish
Theme_Keyword: coastal
Theme_Keyword: crab
Theme_Keyword: pelagic fish (tuna
Theme_Keyword: mackerel
Theme_Keyword: amberjack
Theme_Keyword: sharks)
Theme_Keyword: other inverts
Theme_Keyword: mapping
Theme_Keyword: artificial reefs
Theme_Keyword: science
Theme_Keyword: research
Theme_Keyword: benthic
Theme_Keyword: lobster
Theme_Keyword: essential fish habitat
Theme_Keyword: GIS
Theme_Keyword: marine
Theme:
Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: ISO 19115 Topic Categories
Theme_Keyword: environment
Theme:
Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: ISO 19115 Topic Category
Theme_Keyword: geoscientificInformation
Theme_Keyword: oceans
Place:
Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: FWRIplace
Place_Keyword: Atlantic
Place_Keyword: Georgia
Place_Keyword: wildlife and environmental area
Place_Keyword: Atlantic Ocean
Place_Keyword: South Carolina
Place_Keyword: North Carolina
Place_Keyword: Florida
Place_Keyword: East Coast of Florida
Access_Constraints: Available without restriction
Use_Constraints:
FWC-FWRI must be credited. This is not a survey data set and should not be utilized as such. These data are not to be used for navigation.
Point_of_Contact:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)
Contact_Person: GIS Data Librarian
Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: Mailing and Physical
Address:
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast
City: St. Petersburg
State_or_Province: Florida
Postal_Code: 33701
Country: US
Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626
Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com
Hours_of_Service: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time
Security_Information:
Security_Classification_System: FWRI-DC
Security_Handling_Description: Available without restriction
Native_Data_Set_Environment:
Environment as of Metadata Creation: Microsoft Windows 7 Version 6.1 (Build 7601) Service Pack 1; Esri ArcGIS 10.3 (Build 4322) Service Pack N/A (Build N/A)

Data_Quality_Information:
Attribute_Accuracy:
Attribute_Accuracy_Report: No formal attribute accuracy tests were conducted.
Logical_Consistency_Report: Tests for integrity have not been performed.
Completeness_Report: These data are complete as source data.
Positional_Accuracy:
Horizontal_Positional_Accuracy:
Horizontal_Positional_Accuracy_Report:
A formal accuracy assessment of the horizontal positional information in the data set has not been conducted.
Vertical_Positional_Accuracy:
Vertical_Positional_Accuracy_Report:
A formal accuracy assessment of the vertical positional information in the data set has either not been conducted, or is not applicable.
Lineage:
Source_Information:
Source_Citation:
Citation_Information:
Originator:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Publication_Date: 20150928
Title: The Unified Florida Reef Tract Map v1.3
Geospatial_Data_Presentation_Form: vector digital data
Publication_Information:
Publication_Place: St. Petersburg, FL
Publisher: 20130901
Online_Linkage:
http://ocean.floridamarine.org/IntegratedReefMap/UnifiedReefTract.htm
Source_Scale_Denominator: 24,000
Type_of_Source_Media: Digital and/or Hardcopy Resources
Source_Time_Period_of_Content:
Time_Period_Information:
Range_of_Dates/Times:
Beginning_Date: 20050101
Ending_Date: 20150901
Source_Currentness_Reference: observed
Source_Citation_Abbreviation: Unified Reef Map
Source_Contribution:
Provided updated information for coral distribution in the southern Florida region.
Process_Step:
Process_Description:
6 different datasets of varied sources were assembled using the "merge" tool within ArcGIS 9.2. This merged dataset was then modified with the removal of vast quantities of attribute fields of widely varying specificity and purpose. The dataset was then processed using the "Dissolve" tool based on the "ITEM" field resulting in a more simplified attribute table.
Process_Date: 20080502
Process_Step:
Process_Description:
Dataset updated with new information regarding coral distribuion in Florida.
Process_Date: 20151215

Spatial_Data_Organization_Information:
Direct_Spatial_Reference_Method: Vector
Point_and_Vector_Object_Information:
SDTS_Terms_Description:
SDTS_Point_and_Vector_Object_Type: G-polygon
Point_and_Vector_Object_Count: 11

Spatial_Reference_Information:
Horizontal_Coordinate_System_Definition:
Planar:
Map_Projection:
Map_Projection_Name:
WGS 1984 Web Mercator Auxiliary Sphere (ESRI Full Name: WGS_1984_Web_Mercator_Auxiliary_Sphere)
Mercator:
Standard_Parallel: 0.0
Longitude_of_Central_Meridian: 0.0
False_Easting: 0.0
False_Northing: 0.0
Planar_Coordinate_Information:
Planar_Coordinate_Encoding_Method: coordinate pair
Coordinate_Representation:
Abscissa_Resolution: 0.6096
Ordinate_Resolution: 0.6096
Planar_Distance_Units: Meter
Geodetic_Model:
Horizontal_Datum_Name: D_WGS_1984
Ellipsoid_Name: WGS_1984
Semi-major_Axis: 6378137.0
Denominator_of_Flattening_Ratio: 298.257223563

Entity_and_Attribute_Information:
Detailed_Description:
Entity_Type:
Entity_Type_Label: Attribute Table
Entity_Type_Definition:
Table containing attribute information associated with the data set.
Entity_Type_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute:
Attribute_Label: ITEM
Attribute_Definition: Type of EFH polygon.
Attribute_Definition_Source: FWC-FWRI
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Aggregate Reef
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Artificial
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Cont Margin Sedmt-Silt
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Coral - South FL
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: HardBottom-Deep Wtr
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: HardBottom-Shllw Wtr
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Ind. or Agg. Reef
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Pavement
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Reef Rubble
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Ridge
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Scattered Coral/Rock
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute:
Attribute_Label: SOURCE
Attribute_Definition: Agency or dataset source
Attribute_Definition_Source: FWC-FWRI
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Benthic Habitats South Florida
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: ESDIM - Deepwater Bottom Mapping Project
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: SEAMAP - 0 - 200 m Bottom Mapping Project
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: Unified Florida Reef Tract Map (Unified Reef Map)
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Attribute_Domain_Values:
Enumerated_Domain:
Enumerated_Domain_Value: USGS - Continental Margin Mapping Program (CONMAP)
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition: Unknown
Enumerated_Domain_Value_Definition_Source: Producer defined
Overview_Description:
Entity_and_Attribute_Overview:
The entity and attribute information provided here describes the tabular data associated with the data set. Please review the detailed descriptions that are provided (the individual attribute descriptions) for information on the values that appear as fields/table entries of the data set.
Entity_and_Attribute_Detail_Citation:
The entity and attribute information was generated by the individual and/or agency identified as the originator of the data set. Please review the rest of the metadata record for additional details and information.

Distribution_Information:
Distributor:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)
Contact_Person: GIS Data Librarian
Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: Mailing and Physical
Address:
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast
City: St. Petersburg
State_or_Province: Florida
Postal_Code: 33701
Country: US
Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626
Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com
Hours_of_Service: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Eastern time
Distribution_Liability:
This data set is in the public domain, and the recipient may not assert any proprietary rights thereto nor represent it to anyone as other than a FWC-FWRI produced data set; it is provided "as-is" without warranty of any kind, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The user assumes all responsibility for the accuracy and suitability of this data set for a specific application. In no event will the staff of the Fish and Wildlife Research Institute be liable for any damages, including lost profits, lost savings, or other incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this data set.
Standard_Order_Process:
Digital_Form:
Digital_Transfer_Information:
Format_Name: Vector Digital Data Set (Polygon)
Digital_Transfer_Option:
Online_Option:
Computer_Contact_Information:
Network_Address:
Network_Resource_Name: http://www.safmc.net/
Fees:
None. However, persons or organizations requesting information must provide transfer media (CD-ROM only) if FTP is not available and must pay express shipping costs if express shipping is required.
Ordering_Instructions:
Contact GIS Librarian by e-mail, telephone, or letter explaining which products are needed and providing a brief description of how the products will be used. Also, provide name and address of the person or organization requesting the products.
Turnaround:
Usually within 10 business days, although, complex requests may take longer

Metadata_Reference_Information:
Metadata_Date: 20160107
Metadata_Contact:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
FWC-FWRI (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission-Fish and Wildlife Research Institute)
Contact_Person: GIS Data Librarian
Contact_Position: GIS Data Librarian
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: Mailing and Physical
Address:
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 Eighth Avenue Southeast
City: St. Petersburg
State_or_Province: Florida
Postal_Code: 33701
Contact_Voice_Telephone: 727-896-8626
Contact_Facsimile_Telephone: 727-893-1679
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: GISLibrarian@MyFWC.com
Metadata_Standard_Name: FGDC Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata
Metadata_Standard_Version: FGDC-STD-001-1998
Metadata_Time_Convention: local time
Metadata_Access_Constraints: No restrictions on metadata
Metadata_Use_Constraints: Metadata must be distributed with the data set.
Metadata_Security_Information:
Metadata_Security_Classification_System: FWRI-MC
Metadata_Security_Classification: Unclassified
Metadata_Security_Handling_Description: Metadata must be distributed with the data set.

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