AI Generated Imagery Threatens the Integrity of Citizen Science Platforms The world of birdwatching and wildlife photography has been transformed by generative AI platforms, which have created a breeding ground for fake and enhanced images.
These manipulated photos threaten to undermine the credibility of popular citizen science platforms like iNaturalist and Macaulay Library.
Scientists warn that the true extent of this issue is unknown, but it's not just about outright hoaxes.