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    ReefKIM: An integrated geodatabase for sustainable management of the Kimberley Reefs, North West Australia

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    Authors
    Kordi, Moataz Nael S
    Collins, Lindsay
    O'Leary, Mick
    Stevens, Alexandra
    Date
    2016
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Kordi, M.N.S and Collins, L. and O'Leary, M. and Stevens, A. 2016. ReefKIM: An integrated geodatabase for sustainable management of the Kimberley Reefs, North West Australia. Ocean & Coastal Management. 119: pp. 234-243.
    Source Title
    Ocean & Coastal Management
    DOI
    10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2015.11.004
    ISSN
    0964-5691
    School
    Department of Spatial Sciences
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/43184
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    Coral reefs of the Kimberley Bioregion are seldom studied due to limited accessibility and extreme water conditions, which make management of these vital ecosystems a challenging task. Managing reef resources requires a considerable amount of credible, consistent and continual information. We identified the geographic information system (GIS) approach to be useful in developing an integrated geodatabase by acquiring information from different sources relating to the Kimberley reefs. Based on this approach, the study aimed to create a foundation for the first comprehensive geodatabase of the Kimberley reefs, called ReefKIM. The work included compiling existing spatial and non-spatial data, as well as collecting new data to complete information gaps. The study demonstrates how new technologies can be harnessed to crowdsource data from a wide range of people though a web-based platform. ReefKIM will provide a practical tool for scientists and managers to facilitate better monitoring and sustainable management of these vital natural resources. Moreover, it will support further studies in various disciplines leading to a more detailed understanding of the Kimberley Bioregion reefs.

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