Barcode of Life

The Barcode of Life is a global project that uses a small piece of DNA—called a "barcode"—to uniquely identify and classify living organisms, such as plants, animals, and fungi. By analyzing this genetic snippet, scientists can accurately determine species, track biodiversity, and monitor changes in ecosystems. This method makes species identification faster and more reliable than traditional visual methods, aiding research, conservation, and understanding of Earth's biological diversity. Essentially, DNA barcoding provides a universal language to distinguish and catalog life forms across the planet.