Yaloch Biological Station - Data Dictionary (v1.0)

1) biodiversity_observations_2025.csv
- observation_id: unique code for each wildlife record
- sector: field area where observation was made
- species_common/species_scientific: common and scientific taxonomy labels
- method: capture method (camera trap, direct sighting, point count, acoustic survey)

2) water_quality_lagoon_q1_2026.csv
- dissolved_oxygen_mg_l: oxygen concentration in mg/L
- conductivity_us_cm: electrical conductivity in uS/cm
- turbidity_ntu: nephelometric turbidity units

3) canopy_microclimate_q1_2026.csv
- plot_id: permanent canopy monitoring plot
- co2_ppm: atmospheric CO2 concentration in parts per million
- rain_mm: precipitation in millimeters

Notes
- Timestamps use local station timezone (America/Guatemala).
- Files are sample extracts prepared for partner onboarding and method validation.