= Darwin Core Archive
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The Darwin Core Archive (DwC Archive) is a data standard used for sharing biodiversity data. It is part of the Darwin Core standards, which provide a framework for providing information about biological diversity in a structured and interoperable way. The Darwin Core Archive facilitates the sharing and publishing of biodiversity datasets, particularly in the context of specimen records, observations, or related data concerning organisms. It consists of various types of metadata and data files that collectively allow for the easy exchange and usage of biodiversity information.
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