I have more experience in uploading plant species because I know the official sites where there is the reliance of new species, however, I do not know where to refer when it comes to listings of new animal species. The observation itself is this: https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/9831537 Fo…

It should be in one of databases, do you know if it was added to any? I believe in case of already described species moderators will be able to add it.

First is necessary that the taxonomic change takes place in The Reptile Database, which is the official site for reptile taxonomy used by iNat. Although moderatos are able to create new taxa, particularly for reptiles the entire class is protected, then we can’t add new groups or edit existing. You…

Yes, once it gets into Reptile Database it shouldn’t be too difficult to get into iNat. RD updates several times a year I think.

loarie is already working on importing the most recent RD update – he said there were some issues to work out

How can I upload a new species of a turtle?

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How can I upload a new species of a turtle?

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