Page Summary
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WDOECM datasets represent geographically defined areas other than protected areas that contribute to biodiversity conservation.
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The WDPA is the most current and comprehensive database of protected areas, updated monthly.
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Both WDOECM and WDPA datasets are available in both point and polygon formats.
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WDKBA: World Database of Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) - September 2025
If you are interested in accessing the KBA dataset please complete the KBA data request form which will allow access directly in GEE once approved. Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) are 'sites contributing significantly to the global persistence of biodiversity’, in terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems. … biodiversity boundaries ecosystems global iucn management -
WDOECM: Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (points)
A geographically defined area other than a Protected Area, which is governed and managed in ways that achieve positive and sustained long-term outcomes for the in situ conservation of biodiversity, with associated ecosystem functions and services and where applicable, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and other locally … boundaries ecosystems iucn marine mpa protected -
WDOECM: Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (polygons)
A geographically defined area other than a Protected Area, which is governed and managed in ways that achieve positive and sustained long-term outcomes for the in situ conservation of biodiversity, with associated ecosystem functions and services and where applicable, cultural, spiritual, socio-economic, and other locally … boundaries ecosystems iucn marine mpa protected -
WDPA: World Database on Protected Areas (points)
The World Database on Protected Areas (WDPA) is the most up-to-date and complete source of information on protected areas, updated monthly with submissions from governments, non-governmental organizations, landowners, and communities. It is managed by the United Nations Environment Programme's World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) with … boundaries ecosystems iucn marine mpa protected -
WDPA: World Database on Protected Areas (polygons)
The World Database on Protected Areas (WDPA) is the most up-to-date and complete source of information on protected areas, updated monthly with submissions from governments, non-governmental organizations, landowners, and communities. It is managed by the United Nations Environment Programme's World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) with … boundaries ecosystems iucn marine mpa protected