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SPATIAL DATA & SOFTWARE
Spatial data are provided in a shapefile format, and (unless otherwise stated) are in a Geographic Projection based on the WGS84 Datum.

METADATA
Metadata is information about the spatial layer (i.e. description, purpose, ownership details, accuracy, scale, projection, etc.). All downloadable zipped spatial datasets contain the shapefile and associated metadata and legend file.

DISCLAIMER
The SANBI-Biodiversity GIS Unit makes no warranties as to the correctness of the information dowloaded. Persons relying on this information do so entirely at their own risk. The SANBI-Biodiversity GIS Unit will not be liable for any claims whatsoever, whether for damages or otherwise, which may arise as a result of inaccuracies in the information supplied.

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DATA CONTRIBUTORS
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