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In addition to the internal U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Suggestions to Authors of the Reports of the USGS, 8^th Edition (chapters 5-12), one or more of the listed resources may be useful to Bureau authors. Resources for foreign nomenclature may differ from those listed and other resources may be suggested by individuals with knowledge of the current appropriate use of terms for specific regions.  

Geologic names  

• The National Geologic Map Database U.S. Geologic Names Lexicon  

• The North American Stratigraphic Code 

• Stratigraphic Notes (USGS Professional Paper 1879-1, Chapters C, D, and E)  

• International Stratigraphic Guide - For countries without a formal stratigraphic lexicon, the focus of the review is on stratigraphic concepts and the use of geochronologic and chronostratigraphic units. Recorded seminar training is posted on the American Geosciences Institute website.

Geographic names 

• Geographic Names Information System  

• U.S. Board on Geographic Names 

Biologic names 

• Integrated Taxonomic Information System  

• World Register of Marine Species 

• Catalogue of Life 

• U.S. Department of Agriculture PLANTS Database 

• American Ornithological Society Checklist of North and Middle American Birds 

Hydrologic names 

• Aquifer-Nomenclature Guidelines (USGS Open-File Report 86-534) 

• Stratigraphic Notes (USGS Professional Paper 1879-1, Chapter E) 

Derogatory and (or) offensive words, names, and phrases 

• IM OSQI 2024-01 - Derogatory and (or) Offensive Words, Names, and Phrases in USGS Information Products
• Derogatory Geographic Names Frequently Asked Questions 

• North American Commission on Stratigraphic Nomenclature - Note 72 

Tribal names 

• Tribal-Related Guidance for USGS authors 

• Tribal Leaders Directory | Indian Affairs (bia.gov)