National biodiversity database officially launched

Following a three-year implementation period (2024-2026), the Nature and Biodiversity conservation Agency has finalized and officially put into operation the National Biodiversity Database at the address https://dadangsinhhoc.mae.vn.

This serves as the official information system in the digital environment, marking an important step forward in modernizing natural resource management by transferring field data onto digital space in a synchronized, accurate, and timely manner.

Regarding its structure, the system comprises 8 modules, of which 5 core modules have been completed and operationalized: nature reserves, natural heritage and other protected areas, species, genetic resources and biosafety, and protected area management boards. These modules allow for the updating, standardization, and linking of data on ecosystems, species, and genetic resources nationwide, creating a centralized and unified data platform.

Notably, the system initially provided relatively comprehensive information on nearly 200 nature reserves, important wetlands, world natural heritage sites, biosphere reserves, ASEAN heritage parks, and multiple areas of high conservation value. This marks the first time data on Vietnam’s protected area system has been reviewed, standardized, and integrated into a single unified platform, ensuring accuracy and legal validity.

For species and genetic resources, the system has updated specialized information on endangered, precious, and rare species, endemic species, migratory species, invasive alien species, alongside data on precious genetic resources currently under conservation. The data is integrated into diverse formats, including legal documents, professional reports, digital maps, images, and videos, which enhances search and exploitation efficiency.

Bringing the database into operation has laid an important foundation for improving the efficiency of state management, supporting conservation work, facilitating scientific research, and advancing sustainable economic development. The system also enables ministries, sectors, and localities to connect and share data, mitigating fragmentation and overlap in information.

In the coming time, the nature and biodiversity conservation agency will continue to complete the remaining 3 modules while upgrading and expanding system functions to better meet data management and utilization needs. Specialized sections will be developed to provide detailed information on each component, allowing users to easily access and utilize it effectively.

In addition, the system will be continuously updated to ensure that data remains complete, accurate, and timely. Standardizing the update workflow and strengthening coordination among ministries, sectors, and localities will be key to improving data quality.

Another key orientation is to develop the database toward an open approach, enhancing connectivity and integration with other national databases, such as those for land, water resources, and the environment. This will not only effectively support state management but also help build a unified digital data ecosystem across the agriculture and environment sectors.

Concurrently, the system aims to expand its target user base, enabling scientists, organizations, enterprises, and the community to access and use data for research, innovation, and economic development. Communication and educational efforts will also be boosted through digital platforms, helping raise social awareness of biodiversity conservation.