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+license: cc-by-4.0
+task_categories:
+- image-classification
+- object-detection
+tags:
+- biology
+- ecology
+- invasive-species
+- spotted-lanternfly
+- geolocation
+- citizen-science
+size_categories:
+- n<1K
+---
+
+
+# Lantern Fly Research Dataset
+
+This dataset contains human-verified spotted lanternfly sightings collected through the Lantern Fly Tracker app. Each entry includes:
+
+- **High-quality photos** of verified spotted lanternflies
+- **Precise geolocation data** (latitude/longitude coordinates)
+- **Timestamp information** for temporal analysis
+- **Confidence scores** from AI classification
+- **Verification status** (human-verified)
+
+## Dataset Structure
+
+- `images/` - Contains the actual lanternfly photos
+- `metadata/` - Contains JSON files with location, timestamp, and other metadata
+
+## Use Cases
+
+This dataset is valuable for:
+- **Ecological research** on spotted lanternfly distribution
+- **Machine learning model training** with verified data
+- **Temporal and spatial analysis** of lanternfly spread
+- **Conservation efforts** and pest management
+
+## Data Quality
+
+All photos in this dataset have been:
+1. **AI-classified** as potential lanternflies
+2. **Human-verified** by app users
+3. **Geolocated** with GPS coordinates
+4. **Timestamped** for temporal analysis
+
+## Citation
+
+If you use this dataset in your research, please cite:
+```
+Lantern Fly Tracker Research Dataset. (2024). Human-verified spotted lanternfly sightings with geolocation data. Hugging Face Datasets.
+```
+
+## License
+
+This dataset is released under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
+