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This study analyzes the georeferencing quality of natural history collections (NHCs) data provided by GBIF, highlighting the importance of accurate specimen location for ecological research and species distribution modeling. It finds that a significant portion of records lack adequate coordinates and uncertainty data, which can lead to erroneous conclusions in ecological studies. The authors advocate for improved data quality and collaboration among NHC institutions to enhance the utility of these collectio

Author

Ana Karolina Moreno

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EN