Science and Management Advancements Made Possible by the USA National Phenology Network's Nature's Notebook Platform

Abstract The USA National Phenology Network was established in 2007 to formalize standardized phenology monitoring across the country. The aims of the network are to collect, store, and share phenology data and information to support scientific discovery, decision-making, an appreciation for phenolo...

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Veröffentlicht in:Bioscience 2022-09, Vol.72 (9), p.908-920
Hauptverfasser: Crimmins, Theresa, Denny, Ellen, Posthumus, Erin, Rosemartin, Alyssa, Croll, Rob, Montano, Melonee, Panci, Hannah
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Zusammenfassung:Abstract The USA National Phenology Network was established in 2007 to formalize standardized phenology monitoring across the country. The aims of the network are to collect, store, and share phenology data and information to support scientific discovery, decision-making, an appreciation for phenology, and equitable engagement within the network. To support these aims, the network launched Nature's Notebook, a rigorous platform for monitoring plant and animal phenology, in 2009. Since the launch of Nature's Notebook, participants across the country have contributed over 30 million phenology records. The participants range from backyard observers with an interest in nature to researchers and natural resource managers asking specific questions. We survey the breadth of studies and applied decisions that have used Nature's Notebook and the consequent data. The dimensionality of the data set maintained by the network is a function of Nature's Notebook users; this insight is key to shaping the network’s future data collection activities.
ISSN:0006-3568
1525-3244
DOI:10.1093/biosci/biac061