Satellite derived bathymetry data created as part of the Darwin Plus funded project 'Mapping Anguilla’s ‘Blue Belt’ Ecosystem Services'. The project developed local capacity for marine resource assessments and delivered guidance for combining satellite and acoustic surveys. The data is provided by the Government Digital Service via the eu_open_data platform.
Use Cases
- Map shallow-water bathymetry for navigation and coastal development planning based on satellite-derived depth data.
- Assess marine habitats and ecosystem services for conservation planning based on the 'Blue Belt' project focus.
- Extend seabed mapping into deeper waters by integrating satellite and acoustic survey methods as described in the project.
- Support local capacity building for marine resource management using the project's best practice guidance.
Strengths
- Data is derived from satellite imagery, providing a synoptic view of the coastal area.
- Project delivered best practice guidance for combining satellite and acoustic survey methods.
- Focus on a specific geographic region (Anguilla) for targeted marine assessment.
Limitations
- Description metadata is limited; actual data quality, resolution, and accuracy require manual inspection after download.
- Row count, column definitions, and file formats are unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
- Last update date is unknown; freshness unverified.
Provenance
- Source
- Government Digital Service
- Collection Method
- Satellite derived bathymetry, created as part of a Darwin Plus funded project.
- Geography
- Anguilla