Code of Ethics and Guidelines for the use and access of data in the SHI database
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Code of Conduct of Ornitho.it Ornithologists
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Instructions for data requests from third parties
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Why do I need to register?
All persons wishing to participate in Ornitho.it must register. Registration is required only once and involves a simple procedure. The personal information requested is used, if necessary, to contact observers and to ensure the quality of the information shared on the website. These personal data are protected against any unauthorized access and are handled confidentially, in accordance with data protection laws. Anyone who simply wishes to view the observations, without accessing the advanced features, does not need to register.
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Why is my email address required?
It is used to contact you if there are any questions or comments regarding a specific observation, to assist you quickly in case of technical issues, or to send you important information.
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When can I start submitting my observations on Ornitho.it?
You can do so at any time; you just need to be registered and, a few minutes later, you can log in and get started. It is important to point out that you can also enter your past data, even if it dates back many years.
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What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer and allow Ornitho.it to identify you. They are used to store your email address as well as your password, if you choose the “remember password” option. They are also necessary to recognize you from one page to another and thus provide you with personalized information, such as details about the locations you visit most frequently. It is important to allow Ornitho.it to store cookies; otherwise, the website will not function properly.
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Why doesn’t the website work with some navigation systems?
The website has been developed to be usable with the widest possible range of browsers. Some older versions may experience problems. If this happens, we would be grateful if you could contact us at mandato_ornitho@googlegroups.com describing the problem in detail; we will do our best to help you. The website has been tested on Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox.
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I have lost my password and can no longer log in. What should I do?
You can ask Ornitho.it to generate a new one by selecting the “I have lost my password” option in the login window.
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Why should I report my observations?
By submitting your data, you will not only store your observations in a personal archive, but you will also contribute to knowledge—and consequently to the protection—of the avifauna present in the area, by collaborating with associations, organizations, and institutes that are part of Ornitho.it.
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I have several years of observations stored on my computer. Can I import them into a single file?
No, at the moment it is not possible to import your old data into a single file. However, you can enter them individually.
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I see a lot of birds. Do I have to report them all?
Not necessarily, the form of collaboration is at your discretion. For this reason, Ornitho.it provides two options for data entry. The first is by reporting individual birds through the main entry form. The second, recommended if you regularly make observations at specific sites, is the complete survey form. This second method of submitting data is very effective, as it provides valuable information not only on population trends but also on their distribution.
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I don’t recognize all bird species. Can I report only the species that I know very well?
Yes, you can simply submit reports of species that you can identify with certainty. If in doubt, you can contact obs@ornitho.it for advice, especially if you were able to take photographs.
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