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Abstract
Building a California Kelp Knowledge Database Using GISTrack: Ocean, Coastal, and Marine Resources
Author(s): Paul Veisze
California kelp is among the most important resources in the State's coastal ecosystem. This paper will describe the Department of Fish and Game's State-wide digital archive of kelp information, with the methodology focus on its data types and processing methods including aerial photography, satellite imagery, scanning, georeferencing, custom programming, and documentation. Conclusions will include lessons learned and an overview of applications.
Paul Veisze
State of California
Information Technology Branch
1807 13th Street, Suite 201
Sacramento, CA 95814
USA
Phone: 916-323-1667
Fax: 916-323-1431
E-mail: pveisze@dfg.ca.gov