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Review observations

Contributing to the review of observations is essential to ensure the quality and reliability of data on Pl@ntNet. Here are the different actions you can take:

1. Vote for the quality of an image

  • Evaluate the clarity and relevance of the submitted photos. A good quality image, well-framed and showing distinct organs is crucial for accurate identification. Votes also help highlight quality images to illustrate the galleries.

2. Validate the complete identification

  • If you have the necessary skills, you can validate the entire identification (identification + organs + image quality) taking into account:
    • Image quality: Is it sharp and usable?
    • Visible organs: Are they correctly identified and relevant to the species in question?
    • The proposed determination: Does it correspond to the observed species?

3. Confirm or suggest another determination

  • Confirm: If you agree with the proposed identification, you can validate it.

  • Suggest another determination: If you think another species is more likely, propose an alternative.

4. Report an identification error

  • Use this option if you are sure that the identification is incorrect but you do not know the correct species.

5. Retag the organs

  • If you notice an error in the labeling of the organs (for example, a leaf labeled as a flower), correct it to improve the accuracy of the data.

6. Report a malformed observation

  • An observation is considered malformed if it includes images of several different species. Report these cases so that they can be corrected.

7. Indicate that it is not a plant

  • If an observation does not contain a plant (for example, objects, people, animals or landscapes), use the option to report that it is not a plant.

Why participate in the review of observations?

Each contribution, however small, helps to:

  • Maintain a reliable and high-quality database.

  • Strengthen collaboration between community members.

  • Facilitate species identification for all users, beginners and experts alike.

Your commitment to reviewing observations makes Pl@ntNet a collaborative and evolving tool for biodiversity.