Add comprehensive dataset README

README.md

@@ -10,50 +10,117 @@ tags:
 - spotted-lanternfly
 - geolocation
 - citizen-science
+- conservation
 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)
+This dataset contains **human-verified spotted lanternfly sightings** collected through the Lantern Fly Tracker app. Each entry includes high-quality photos, precise geolocation data, and comprehensive metadata for ecological research.
 
-## Dataset Structure
+## 🎯 Purpose
 
-- `images/` - Contains the actual lanternfly photos
-- `metadata/` - Contains JSON files with location, timestamp, and other metadata
+This dataset supports:
+- **Ecological research** on spotted lanternfly distribution and spread patterns
+- **Machine learning model training** with verified, high-quality data
+- **Temporal and spatial analysis** of invasive species behavior
+- **Conservation efforts** and pest management strategies
+- **Citizen science** validation and research
 
-## Use Cases
+## 📊 Dataset Structure
 
-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
+```
+lanternfly_research_dataset/
+├── images/           # High-quality lanternfly photos
+├── metadata/         # JSON files with location and metadata
+└── README.md         # This file
+```
 
-## Data Quality
+## 🔍 Data Quality
 
 All photos in this dataset have been:
-1. **AI-classified** as potential lanternflies
-2. **Human-verified** by app users
+1. **AI-classified** as potential spotted lanternflies
+2. **Human-verified** by app users for accuracy
 3. **Geolocated** with GPS coordinates
 4. **Timestamped** for temporal analysis
+5. **Quality-checked** for research standards
 
-## Citation
+## 📋 Data Fields
 
-If you use this dataset in your research, please cite:
+Each sighting includes:
+
+### Image Data
+- **High-resolution photo** of verified spotted lanternfly
+- **Unique filename** with timestamp and username
+
+### Location Data
+- **GPS coordinates** (latitude/longitude)
+- **Location name** (human-readable description)
+- **Geographic precision** for spatial analysis
+
+### Metadata
+- **Username** of person who verified the sighting
+- **Sighting date/time** (when photo was taken)
+- **Upload date** (when added to dataset)
+- **AI confidence score** (0-1 scale)
+- **Verification status** (always "human_verified")
+- **Image file size** and technical details
+
+## 🚀 Usage
+
+### For Researchers
+```python
+from datasets import load_dataset
+
+# Load the dataset
+dataset = load_dataset("rlogh/lanternfly_research_dataset")
+
+# Access images and metadata
+images = dataset["images"]
+metadata = dataset["metadata"]
 ```
-Lantern Fly Tracker Research Dataset. (2024). Human-verified spotted lanternfly sightings with geolocation data. Hugging Face Datasets.
+
+### For Conservation
+- Track spread patterns over time
+- Identify high-risk areas
+- Monitor population dynamics
+- Support eradication efforts
+
+## 📈 Current Statistics
+- **Total sightings**: Growing daily
+- **Geographic coverage**: Multiple states
+- **Time range**: 2024-present
+- **Data quality**: Human-verified
+
+## 🤝 Contributing
+
+This dataset is automatically updated when users verify lanternfly sightings through the Lantern Fly Tracker app. Each verified sighting contributes valuable data to ecological research.
+
+## 📜 Citation
+
+If you use this dataset in your research, please cite:
+
+```bibtex
+@dataset{lanternfly_research_2024,
+  title={Lantern Fly Research Dataset: Human-verified spotted lanternfly sightings with geolocation data},
+  author={Lantern Fly Tracker Community},
+  year={2024},
+  publisher={Hugging Face},
+  url={https://huggingface.co/datasets/rlogh/lanternfly_research_dataset}
+}
 ```
 
-## License
+## 📄 License
+
+This dataset is released under the **Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License** (CC BY 4.0).
 
-This dataset is released under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
+## 🔗 Links
+
+- **Dataset**: https://huggingface.co/datasets/rlogh/lanternfly_research_dataset
+- **App**: Lantern Fly Tracker (citizen science app)
+- **Research**: Contact for collaboration opportunities
+
+---
 
+*This dataset is maintained by the Lantern Fly Tracker community and updated automatically with verified sightings.*