This session will give you an introductory overview of taxonomy in GBIF and will cover the following elements:
• Name matching principles
• Demonstration of the Species Matching tool
• GBIF Taxonomic Backbone
• Taxon issue flags
• Limitations of the backbone
• How to provide feedback on taxonomy
• How to contribute to the backbone
Speakers:
Markus Döring
Marie Grosjean
Laura Anne Russell
Cecilie Svenningsen