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If you are an expert who wants to regularly contribute with photos of correctly identified species, you can [[Special:CreateAccount|create an account]] and upload the photos by yourself.
If you are an expert who wants to regularly contribute with photos of correctly identified species, you can [[Special:CreateAccount|create an account]] and upload the photos by yourself.


In case you can't identify the species, simply send us clear photos either [mailto:hello@naturalibanotica.org by email] or [https://wa.me/96178963275 on WhatsApp], along with the location and other observation details. Please note that the location and all communicated details will be kept private, but it is important to mention them to help us accurately identify the species.
In case you can't identify the species, simply send us clear photos either [mailto:hello@naturalibanotica.org by email] or [https://wa.me/96178963275 on WhatsApp], along with the location and other observation details. Please note that the location and all communicated details will be kept private, but it is important to mention them in your inquiry to help us accurately identify the species, sometimes a photo isn't enough to accurately identify a species.


Together, we can document the rich biodiversity of Lebanon.
Together, we can document our national natural heritage.


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We are looking for people passionate about wildlife to join us as volunteer editors on the platform. As an editor, your role will be writing and updating species information within your domain of expertise. Should you have some free time and wish to make a significant contribution, your knowledge and experience would greatly benefit the project. Your participation will help ensure the accuracy and relevance of our content.
We are looking for people passionate about wildlife to join us as volunteer editors on the platform. As an editor, your role will be writing and updating species information within your domain of expertise. Should you have some free time and wish to make a significant contribution, your knowledge and experience would greatly benefit the project. Your participation will help ensure the accuracy and relevance of our content.


Simply [[Special:CreateAccount|create an account]] and start writing right away, following the [[Help:Editor's Guide|guidelines]] of our platform. Please note that all edits are reviewed first by verified experts before being published. We adopted this peer-reviewing method to combat spam and misinformation.
Simply [[Special:CreateAccount|create an account]] and start writing right away, following the guidelines given in the [[Help:Editor's Guide|Editor's Guide]]. Please note that all edits are reviewed first by verified experts before being published. We adopted this peer-reviewing method to combat spam and misinformation.


== Review edits ==
== Review edits ==
While anyone can create an account on this platform and write about any species, not all articles make their way to the public. Only specific users/moderators who have the "Expert" role can moderate the content of the platform and accept or reject edits made by other users. This role also gives verified experts the ability to auto-accept their edits instead of having to wait another moderator to do so.
While anyone can create an account on this platform and write about any species, not all edits make their way to the public. Only specific users/moderators who have the "Verified Expert" role can moderate the content of the platform and accept or reject edits made by other users. This role also gives verified experts the ability to auto-accept their edits instead of having to wait another moderator to do it.


If you meet the expertise requirement and are interested in this position, we encourage you to [mailto:hello@naturalibanotica.org email us] your request with a motivation letter. After confirming your status, we will be happy to have you among us.
If you meet the expertise requirement and are interested in this position, we encourage you to [mailto:hello@naturalibanotica.org email us] your request with a motivation letter. After confirming your status, we will be happy to have you among us.


== Help correct inaccuracies ==
== Help correct inaccuracies ==
We are deeply committed to ensuring the scientific accuracy of all content provided on this platform and through our social media channels. If you come across any inaccuracies or outdated information, don't hesitate to report them to us via [mailto:hello@naturalibanotica.org email]. Please also include links to the references you consulted, as this will help us investigate the matter faster and make the necessary corrections.
We are deeply committed to ensuring the scientific accuracy of all content provided on this platform and through our social media channels. If you come across any inaccuracies or outdated information, don't hesitate to directly edit them or report them to us via [mailto:hello@naturalibanotica.org email]. Please also include links to the references you consulted, as this will help us investigate the matter faster and make the necessary corrections.