Animal DNA Barcoding
Explore the identity of your animal specimens using our Animal DNA barcoding service!
Animal DNA barcoding is a revolutionary technique that uses short, standardized fragments of DNA to identify and classify animal species with precision and speed. By analyzing specific gene regions such as COI, cytb, or 16S rRNA, scientists can distinguish between even closely related animal species, facilitating the discovery of new species, tracking of wildlife populations, and monitoring of biodiversity. This innovative approach has far-reaching implications for various fields, including zoology, ecology, conservation, and forensic science. In zoology, DNA barcoding enables the rapid identification of animal specimens, streamlining the process of species discovery and classification. In ecology, it helps researchers understand animal community dynamics, track changes in ecosystem composition, and monitor the impact of climate change. In conservation, DNA barcoding informs effective management strategies for endangered species and habitats. Moreover, it aids in the detection of wildlife crime such as poaching and trafficking, and facilitates the identification of human remains in forensic investigations. By harnessing the power of animal DNA barcoding, scientists uncover new insights into animal evolution, diversity, and ecology, driving innovation and progress in various disciplines.
We analyze different hypervariable regions of the COI, cytb, and 16S rRNA genes depending on the need of our clients.
PRICE
30 $ (7500 PKR) per sample
Frequently Asked Questions
DNA barcoding is a taxonomic method that uses a short genetic marker in an organism’s DNA to identify at the species level. Several loci have been suggested, but the mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase 1 (COX1) gene is the most commonly used marker.
DNA barcoding is an important tool in wildlife forensics and conservation. It can be used to identify endangered sea turtles by assessing turtle meat, carcasses or eggs that are illegally traded.
In metabarcoding of animals, the cytochrome c oxidase subunit I (COI) gene is frequently used as the marker of choice because no other genetic region can be found in taxonomically verified databases with sequences covering so many taxa.
A close match quickly identifies a species that is already represented in the database. However, some barcodes will be entirely new, and identification may rely on placing the unknown species in a phylogenetic tree with near relatives.