[PCA] ARTICLE: A decision tree for assessing the risks and benefits of publishing biodiversity data

[De Angelis, Patricia]

A decision tree for assessing the risks and benefits of publishing
biodiversity data
Nature Ecology & Evolution | VOL 2 | AUGUST 2018 | 1209–1217

By Tulloch, A.I.T., N. Auerbach, S. Avery-Gomm, E. Bayraktarov, N. Butt,
C.R. Dickman, G. Ehmke, D.O. Fisher, H. Grantham, M.H. Holden , T.H.
Lavery, N.P. Leseberg, M. Nicholls, J. O’Connor, L. Roberson, A.K. Smyth,
Z. Stone, V. Tulloch, E. Turak, G.M. Wardle, and J. E. M. Watson

ABSTRACT:
Inadequate information on the geographical distribution of biodiversity
hampers decision-making for conservation. Major efforts are underway to
fill knowledge gaps, but there are increasing concerns that publishing the
locations of species is dangerous, particularly for species at risk of
exploitation. While we recognize that well-informed control of location
data for highly sensitive taxa is necessary to avoid risks, such as
poaching or habitat disturbance by recreational visitors, we argue that
ignoring the benefits of sharing biodiversity data could unnecessarily
obstruct conservation efforts for species and locations with low risks of
exploitation. We provide a decision tree protocol for scientists that
systematically considers both the risks of exploitation and potential
benefits of increased conservation activities. Our protocol helps
scientists assess the impacts of publishing biodiversity data and aims to
enhance conservation opportunities, promote community engagement and reduce
duplication of survey efforts.

Full article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41559-018-0608-1.pdf
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