BOLD (Barcode of Life Database)

An interactive gateway designed for the tracking and dissemination of DNA barcode reference data. The most commonly used marker is a region of the cytochrome c oxidase I (COI) gene found in mitochondria but multiple other are used for plants and fungi. Supported markers: COI, ITS, rbcL, matK and 18S.

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Details

Maturity:
Mature
Cost:
Free of charge
Tool Type:
api, web application
Added:
6/16/2025
Last Updated:
6/17/2025

Operations

Data Inputs & Outputs

Sequence database search

Outputs