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Marine Bird Sighting Data, Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) Chukchi Sea research cruise on the vessel Norseman II from 2017-08-05 to 2017-08-25 (NCEI Accession 0178638)

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This dataset contains seabird survey and associated environmental conditions data collected in the Chukchi Sea during the 5 August - 25 August 2017 Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) research cruises. Seabirds were surveyed using line transect methods. Seabird observations were recorded directly into a laptop computer using software which logged the geographic coordinates of each sighting. Incidental sightings of marine mammal were also recorded. Supplementary environmental data are included for the beginning of each survey period. The dataset is two comma-separated values (csv) files. The file named dlog_2017_dwc_core.csv contains the count of observed marine birds and mammals by species, their behavior, and the environmental conditions recorded during the surveys for the 2017 research cruise. The file named taxon_codes_2017.csv is an associated taxon code list of the observed species. This dataset was transformed from the native format into a table structure using Darwin Core term names as column names.
  • Cite as: Kuletz, Kathy; Cushing, Daniel (2018). Marine Bird Sighting Data, Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) Chukchi Sea research cruise on the vessel Norseman II from 2017-08-05 to 2017-08-25 (NCEI Accession 0178638). [indicate subset used]. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information. Dataset. https://doi.org/10.25921/s7a1-bp57. Accessed [date].
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Time Period 2017-08-05 to 2017-08-25
Spatial Bounding Box Coordinates
West: -168.955
East: -158.268
South: 64.46
North: 72.495
Spatial Coverage Map
General Documentation
Publication Dates
  • publication: 2018-12-04
Data Presentation Form Digital table - digital representation of facts or figures systematically displayed, especially in columns
Dataset Progress Status Complete - production of the data has been completed
Historical archive - data has been stored in an offline storage facility
Data Update Frequency As needed
Supplemental Information
Submission Package ID: PJCYUN
Purpose Seabirds are important top predators in the region and feed on zooplankton and fishes, and in some species even benthic invertebrates. Several species also are of cultural relevance to the local communities living along the northern coast of Alaska.
Use Limitations
  • accessLevel: Public
  • Distribution liability: NOAA and NCEI make no warranty, expressed or implied, regarding these data, nor does the fact of distribution constitute such a warranty. NOAA and NCEI cannot assume liability for any damages caused by any errors or omissions in these data. If appropriate, NCEI can only certify that the data it distributes are an authentic copy of the records that were accepted for inclusion in the NCEI archives.
Dataset Citation
  • Cite as: Kuletz, Kathy; Cushing, Daniel (2018). Marine Bird Sighting Data, Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) Chukchi Sea research cruise on the vessel Norseman II from 2017-08-05 to 2017-08-25 (NCEI Accession 0178638). [indicate subset used]. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information. Dataset. https://doi.org/10.25921/s7a1-bp57. Accessed [date].
Cited Authors
  • Kuletz, Kathy
  • Cushing, Daniel
Principal Investigators
Collaborators
Contributors
Resource Providers
Points of Contact
  • Daniel Cushing
    Pole Star Ecological Research
Publishers
Acknowledgments
  • Related Funding Agency: Shell Oil Company
  • Related Funding Agency: National Science Foundation
  • Related Funding Agency: US DOC; NOAA; NOS; Integrated Ocean Observing System Program
  • Related Funding Agency: US DOI; Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
Theme keywords NODC DATA TYPES THESAURUS NODC OBSERVATION TYPES THESAURUS WMO_CategoryCode
  • oceanography
Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Science Keywords
Data Center keywords NODC COLLECTING INSTITUTION NAMES THESAURUS NODC SUBMITTING INSTITUTION NAMES THESAURUS Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Data Center Keywords
Platform keywords NODC PLATFORM NAMES THESAURUS Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Platform Keywords ICES/SeaDataNet Ship Codes
Instrument keywords NODC INSTRUMENT TYPES THESAURUS Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Instrument Keywords
Place keywords NODC SEA AREA NAMES THESAURUS Global Change Master Directory (GCMD) Location Keywords
Project keywords Provider Project Names
  • Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON)
  • Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (MBON)
Keywords NCEI ACCESSION NUMBER
Use Constraints
  • Cite as: Kuletz, Kathy; Cushing, Daniel (2018). Marine Bird Sighting Data, Arctic Marine Biodiversity Observing Network (AMBON) Chukchi Sea research cruise on the vessel Norseman II from 2017-08-05 to 2017-08-25 (NCEI Accession 0178638). [indicate subset used]. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information. Dataset. https://doi.org/10.25921/s7a1-bp57. Accessed [date].
Access Constraints
  • Use liability: NOAA and NCEI cannot provide any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of furnished data. Users assume responsibility to determine the usability of these data. The user is responsible for the results of any application of this data for other than its intended purpose.
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Lineage information for: dataset
Processing Steps
  • 2018-12-04T00:55:16Z - NCEI Accession 0178638 v1.1 was published.
Output Datasets
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Processing Steps
  • Parameter or Variable: ANIMALS - INDIVIDUAL - COUNTS (measured); Units: count; Observation Category: in situ; Sampling Instrument: visual observation; Sampling and Analyzing Method: Two observers, working in alternate shifts on the bridge, conducted all observations from the port side of the wheelhouse. We surveyed seabirds using line transect methods, recording distance and radial angle from the bow for each group of birds detected, using bins for distance (0-50, 51-100, 101-150, 151-200, 201-300, > 300 m) and angle bins (5 degree increments). Line transect methods will allow us to estimate the probability that birds within the sampling window were detected by observers (which can vary by species), and determine the effects of variables such as sea state on detectability. We recorded flying birds using instantaneous scans, to minimize bias in counts due to movement of flying birds. Seabird observations were recorded directly into a laptop computer using software Dlogv3 (R.G. Ford Consulting, Portland, OR) which logged the geographic coordinates of each sighting, as well as the track line and environmental conditions (sea state, glare, weather, ice coverage) at 20 sec intervals.; Data Quality Method: Accuracy was ensured by reviewing and editing the data in the field on a daily basis..
  • Parameter or Variable: ANIMALS - INDIVIDUAL - BEHAVIOR (measured); Units: N/A; Observation Category: in situ; Sampling Instrument: visual observation.
Acquisition Information (collection)
Instrument
  • binoculars
  • visual observation
Platform
  • Norseman II
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