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Balearica: Update to version 1.1.0

Hi folks! 👋

We released the new version of Balearica [v1.1.0], packed with new data, improved visuals, and smarter tools for your research!

Check out our full list of changes in the CHANGELOG. Here’s a quick overview of what’s new!

More Taxa, More Data

Our dataset just got bigger! We’ve expanded Balearica with new taxa, occurrences, and sequences.

We also added:

  • Taxa: from 13,783 to 16,620 (+2,837)

  • Occurrences: from 1,397,426 to 1,629,797 (+232,371)

  • Sequences: from 350,646 to 498,389 (+147,743)

This means broader coverage and more comprehensive data for Balearic biodiversity research!

New Additions

Balearica development keeps going strong!

Highlights include:

  • Initial release of the documentation, offering a clearer and more structured guide to the platform.
  • New Source Ranking page and Source Profiles for a better understanding of data provenance.
  • Genetic Marker synonyms, making it easier to search genetic data.
  • GBIF dataset key integration for improved data linking and interoperability.
  • AI-assisted taxonomy retrieval, adding new records through intelligent data enhancement.

Changes & Improvements

This version also comes with several design and performance improvements to make your experience smoother and more cohesive:

  • Redesigned Home Page, featuring an updated visual identity and layout.
  • Updated logo and branding, reflecting Balearica’s growing vision.
  • Restyled Source Page for a consistent and modern appearance.
  • Improved loading times thanks to a brand-new caching system.

Fixes

We’ve taken care of a few issues to ensure greater accuracy and reliability:

  • Updated to IUCN v4 classification.
  • Fixed minor map display issues for occurrence points.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being part of the Balearica community!

– The Balearica Team –