ditive model (GAM) was fit to
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This GAM used as predictive features the natural log of
<code>checklist_number</code>, a smooth spline of
<code>solar_noon_diff</code>, and the raw values of all other
predictors, with a random effect specification for
<code>observer_id</code> and <code>checklist_number</code>. The model
was used to make predictions
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