Corrections

If you find an error in an article on thetrailcam, we will correct it rather than delete the content. A substantive correction, such as an inaccuracy about a species’ range, population status, or legal protection, will be noted at the foot of the article. This note will state what was amended and the date of the change. Minor typographical errors or formatting issues will be fixed without a note.

A correction is considered substantive if it alters a factual claim central to the article’s purpose. For our reference pages, this includes details on a species’ distribution, conservation status, identification features, or the specifications of recommended kit. Simple spelling mistakes or grammatical errors do not warrant a correction note.

To report an error, please contact us with the full web address of the article and a precise quote of the claim you believe is incorrect. Please also provide the correct information and, where possible, a link to a reliable source that supports your correction. This allows us to verify and act on your report efficiently.

We aim to investigate and implement substantive corrections within five working days. You will receive an acknowledgement when we begin our review. If a correction is made, the note at the article foot will confirm the update.

Facts on thetrailcam reference pages are also updated when the world changes, such as when a species’ legal protection status is revised or its conservation status is formally reassessed. These are not corrections of prior errors but necessary updates to reflect new reality. Such updates are made as soon as possible after the change is confirmed and are typically marked with a dated note explaining the reason for the amendment.