DNA barcoding of insects from India: Current status and future perspectives.

ABSTRACT: Insect fauna occupy the largest proportion of animal biodiversity on earth, but the assessment or quantification in terms of species diversity is far from complete. Several recent studies have demonstrated the rapid pace at which insect population decline is occurring. There is an urgent need to document and quantify the diversity of insect fauna for a proper understanding of terrestrial ecosystems. This can be achieved by using modern technology to identify species much faster than relying on traditional methods alone. In line with this, the molecular approach through DNA barcoding coupled with morphological identification needs to be focused and accelerated. The present paper describes the current status of barcoding of insect species in India along with the gaps that need to be remedied

SUBMITTER: Shashank PR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9206398 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature