Registry Notes
The Registry Inclusion Framework, Version 1.0
How sightings are classified, reviewed, and published.
Editorial BoardApril 12, 20267 min
Abstract
The operational framework for pending, under review, confirmed, unverified, misclassified, and archived sightings.
Purpose
The framework exists to make registry inclusion consistent. It lets the public archive accept uncertainty while keeping confirmation separate.
Review Process
Submissions begin as pending. A moderator reviews witness detail, water involvement, evidence quality, and safety concerns before publication.
Public Transparency
Misclassified cases may remain public when they clarify boundaries. Rejected submissions stay off the public board.
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pending | Submission received but not reviewed. |
| Under Review | Initial review started; classification unresolved. |
| Confirmed | Evidence and witness detail support registry inclusion. |
| Unverified | Report retained, but evidence is insufficient. |
| Misclassified | Water contact exists, but the file falls below registry criteria. |
| Archived | Historical or inactive record retained for reference. |