Description: <p>This layer provides a comprehensive geospatial dataset of research-grade turtle observations across Canada. The data represents point features indicating the precise locations where individual turtles were observed and documented.</p><p>The dataset includes extensive taxonomic details such as the scientific classifications from kingdom down to species and subspecies, supporting biodiversity and ecological research. It focuses specifically on turtles, capturing detailed information about each observation event including the number of individuals observed, the date and time of observation, and the status of the occurrence.</p><p>The information is sourced from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) and contains unique identifiers linking to datasets and individual occurrence records, which ensures data traceability and reliability.</p><p>This feature layer is particularly useful for researchers, conservationists, and wildlife managers interested in studying turtle populations, their distribution, and habitat use in Canada. It enables spatial analysis and mapping that can inform species conservation efforts, habitat management, and ecological monitoring.</p>