These terms apply when you access Global Wildlife Biodiversity Observation (the “site”). By using the site, you agree to use it lawfully and in a way that respects the rights and safety of other people and wildlife. If you do not agree, please stop using the site.

1. Information and field guidance

The site provides general educational information about wildlife, habitats, observation, and biodiversity. It is not a substitute for current scientific advice, local regulations, land-manager guidance, or field-safety instructions. Species assessments and conditions can change; check the cited sources and relevant local authorities before acting on information here.

2. Content and third-party material

Article images are selected from CC0 or public-domain sources. The terms attached to a source govern that material; they do not apply to the site's writing or other content. The site does not display image credits, so check the original source before reusing an image. For other content, linking to the original page is welcome; republication or commercial reuse may require permission from the relevant rights holder.

3. Responsible use

You agree not to use the site to:

  • Break the law or interfere with another person's rights;
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the site or its hosting systems;
  • Upload or distribute malicious code through any channel associated with the site;
  • Extract site content at scale in a way that disrupts the service; or
  • Share precise locations of vulnerable wildlife when doing so could increase disturbance or risk.

4. External resources

The site links to third-party research, conservation resources, and services for reference. We do not control those destinations. Their content, availability, privacy practices, and terms are the responsibility of their respective providers.

5. Email correspondence

The site has no comment or submission form. Contacting the editors by email does not guarantee publication, a reply, or confidential treatment. Do not send material you do not have permission to share, or sensitive information that is not needed to explain your request. Emailing the site does not transfer ownership of your work.

6. Availability and responsibility

We work to keep the site useful and accurate, but pages may contain errors or become outdated, and access may be interrupted. Use the site at your own discretion and verify important information with its primary sources. Nothing in these terms removes a protection or right that cannot be limited under the laws that apply to you.

7. Changes to these terms

These terms may change as the site develops. The date above shows when this page was last updated. Revised terms apply when posted, except where applicable law requires additional notice or your consent.

8. Contact

For a question about these terms, use the email address on the Contact page.