Incorrect synonym for Eurybia sibirica

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Step 1: in the “explore species” box, begin typing Aster conspicuus (the old name for Eurybia conspicua)

Step 2: by the time you get to “aster cons” both E. conspicua AND E. sibirica come up with Aster conspicuus given as a synonym for both.

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Sorry, should have added that the correct synonym for Eurybia sibirica is Aster sibiricus

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Taxonomy issues are generally best discussed on a taxon flag, which can be added from the taxon page under the Curation drop down.

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In this case, the name was imported from Catalogue of Life, which lists many synonyms for this species:

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If you still believe it shouldn’t be listed as a synonym, please flag the taxon.

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Thanks, I will do that.

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