Keys to the cabinet: unlocking biodiversity data in public entomology collections
Gibson, J. F.; Howse, M.; Paillard, C.; Penfold, C.; Penno, A.; van der Voort, G. E.; Huber, D. P. W.
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Canadian entomology collections contain valuable biodiversity and ecological data, but they must be digitized in order to be usable by those working outside of the collections. Multiple analyses of the digital database of the Odonata collection at the Royal British Columbia Museum were conducted. These analyses reveal that complete digital datasets can be used to explore questions of historical and current geographical distribution and species composition differences based on ecoprovince and elevation. The results of these analyses can be used directly in conservation and climate change impact mitigation decisions. These analyses are only possible because the Odonata collection has received concerted effort to digitize all specimen records. The full value of long-term historical insect biodiversity data can only be accessed once collections are digitized. Additional training and employment of collection management and curatorial staff is essential to optimize the use of abundant, but underutilized, Canadian biodiversity data.
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