Maching Learning (IMAGE) Virginia Institute of Marine Science Caption The small circles superimposed on this fish photo are used by the machine-learning software to automate species identification--in this case a red drum. Credit Lisa Kellogg/VIMS. Usage Restrictions One-time use only with proper attribution. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.