SIBERICE v1: a database of Quaternary glacial reconstructions, glacial geomorphology, and chronometric data in Siberia

The Quaternary glacial history of Siberia is uncertain, with several competing reconstructions existing in the published literature. This uncertainty is driven by seemingly incomplete and inconsistent records of glacial geomorphology and a patchy record of chronometric data. To address this, we have compiled previously published glacial geomorphological maps and chronometric data to establish what empirical data for former glaciations exist across Siberia. We also use these data to test the currently published glacial reconstructions to determine which, if any, reconstruction can be best underpinned by current empirical evidence. In turn, we will attempt to reconcile the competing reconstructions into coherent glaciation scenarios for the Quaternary stadials or highlight where palaeo-glaciological research is needed.

Here, we present version-1 of the SIBERICE database, a compilation of all previously published glacial geomorphology, chronometric data, and glacial reconstructions published up to 1 January 2026. The SIBERICE database is a Geographic Information System (GIS) database that make data readily accessible, including information published in often overlooked Russian-language journal articles.