About this guide

The guide prioritizes accuracy, reproducibility, and transparency based on natural-history references. Sources are stated and corrections are folded back into the archive.

• Sourced
• Reviewed
• Neutral

Taxonomy, range, and ecological data are based on trusted references and specimen records, with citations kept visible wherever possible.

• Literature
• Specimens
• Databases
• Review

Images are generated or collected from reference material, while range maps are built from open datasets and shown with attribution.

• Specimen photos
• Field photos
• Plates
• Range data

Records are reviewed periodically so corrections and new findings can be reflected. Feedback is handled as part of the update process.

• Periodic review
• Corrections
• New findings
• Feedback