geographical coordinates and accuracy

[Phil Bunch]

High accuracy where possible is desirable for many uses but IMHO not
always necessary or even good.  If the description is adequate there's
not much difference between sub-meter accuracy and 100 meter precision
for the purpose of relocating a population.  In the case of endangered
or very rare species which may stimulate commercial interest I think
that highly accurate location information should be carefully
controlled.  Perhaps it should not be on the label but maintained in
the accession records or a database that requires permission to enter.
Unfortunately there are people that will exploit populations for
profit without regard for academic needs.

Phil Bunch