Editorial Policy

Our commitment to accuracy, integrity, and scientific excellence in wildlife journalism

At Untold Nature, we are committed to providing accurate, reliable, and engaging content about the natural world. This editorial policy outlines our standards and practices for creating, reviewing, and publishing content.

Last Updated: February 2026

Core Principles

1. Scientific Accuracy

All factual claims in our articles are based on peer-reviewed scientific research, academic publications, and expert sources. We prioritize accuracy over sensationalism and correct any errors promptly when they are identified.

2. Transparency

We clearly cite our sources and provide links to original research whenever possible. Our readers should be able to verify the information we present and explore topics further on their own.

3. Independence

Our editorial decisions are not influenced by commercial interests, sponsors, or advertisers. We maintain complete editorial independence to ensure our content serves only the interest of our readers and the advancement of scientific knowledge.

4. Objectivity

While we advocate for wildlife conservation and environmental protection, we present scientific information objectively. We acknowledge different perspectives and uncertainties where they exist in the scientific community.

Research & Sourcing Standards

Primary Sources

We prioritize primary sources including:

✓Peer-reviewed scientific journals (Nature, Science, PNAS, etc.)
✓Academic research papers and dissertations
✓Government wildlife agencies and conservation organizations
✓Direct interviews with researchers and field experts
✓Official reports from IUCN, WWF, and similar credible institutions

Source Verification

Before publication, we verify that:

•Studies cited are published in reputable journals
•Research has undergone peer review
•Findings are consistent with the broader scientific consensus
•Sources are current and relevant to the topic
•Potential conflicts of interest are disclosed

Content Creation Process

Topic Selection & Research

Topics are chosen based on scientific relevance, reader interest, and conservation importance. Comprehensive research is conducted using multiple credible sources.

Writing & Review

Articles are written to be engaging yet accurate, translating complex scientific concepts into accessible language without oversimplifying or distorting the science.

Fact-Checking

All factual claims are verified against original sources. Statistics, scientific names, and technical details are double-checked before publication.

Publication & Updates

Articles are published with clear source citations. We update content when significant new research emerges or errors are discovered.

Corrections & Updates

We take accuracy seriously. If you notice an error in any of our content, please contact us immediately at contact@untoldnature.in

When errors are identified, we:

•Correct the error promptly
•Add a correction notice at the top or bottom of the article
•Note the date of the correction
•Explain what was corrected and why

For significant updates based on new research, we add an "Updated" notice with the revision date and a brief explanation of what has changed.

Image & Media Policy

We use images and media that are:

✓Properly licensed or in the public domain
✓Credited to the original photographer or source
✓Relevant and accurate representations of the subject matter
✓Not manipulated in ways that misrepresent reality (beyond basic editing)

Questions About Our Editorial Policy?

If you have questions about our editorial standards, notice an error, or want to suggest improvements to our policies, please don't hesitate to reach out.