How to Delete an Observation in the iNaturalist iPhone App

Modified on Thu, 29 May at 3:15 PM

You may want to delete an observation you've made, and you can do so on the Edit Observation page. Keep in mind that when you delete an observation it cannot be brought back, and you are deleting any identifications, comments, annotations, or contributions from the community, so only do it if it's necessary


  1. On the Edit Observation Page, tap on the three dots in the upper right-hand corner

  2. Select "Delete Observation"


  3. Confirm your deletion request

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