Benefits of the library

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The value of a National Biodiversity DNA Library 2MB PDF

The value of DNA barcoding to marine biosecurity

A complete DNA barcode library including pest species will help identify potential invasive incursions more rapidly.

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A DNA library will help standadise biodiversity monitoring

A DNA barcode library will support consistent monitoring of Australia’s biodiversity assets at greater speed and scale than is currently possible.

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Fishes of Australia

At present, only 50% of fish eDNA sequences can be assigned to a species, limiting the potential to use eDNA for fast and accurate monitoring of fish populations.

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Faster, cheaper Pilbara region surveys

Access to a comprehensive and authoritative library of DNA barcodes would result in faster and cheaper environmental impact assessments.

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Cost effective monitoring of the Great Barrier Reef

With a complete DNA barcode library, eDNA biodiversity and biosecurity surveys could be deployed as a routine species inventory method for the GBR.