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ArticleBiodiversity data journal2024

A DNA barcode reference library for the Tipulidae (Insecta, Diptera) of Germany.

Moritz Fahldieck, Björn Rulik, Jana Thormann, Ximo Mengual

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  1. Insects · 2025
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Moritz FahldieckMuseum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels, Bonn, Germany Museum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels Bonn Germany.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6259-7891
Björn RulikMuseum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels, Bonn, Germany Museum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels Bonn Germany.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2808-9305
Jana ThormannMuseum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels, Bonn, Germany Museum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels Bonn Germany.
Ximo MengualMuseum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels, Bonn, Germany Museum Koenig, Leibniz-Institut zur Analyse des Biodiversitätswandels Bonn Germany.

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Abstract

Tipulidae, commonly known as true crane flies, represent one of the most species-rich dipteran families, boasting approximately 4,500 known species globally. Their larvae serve as vital decomposers across diverse ecosystems, prompting their frequent and close observation in biomonitoring programs. However, traditional morphological identification methods are laborious and time-consuming, underscoring the need for a comprehensive DNA barcode reference library to speed up species determination. In this study, we present the outcomes of the German Barcode of Life initiative focused on Tipulidae. Our DNA barcode library comprises 824 high-quality cytochrome c oxidase I (COI) barcodes encompassing 76 crane fly species, counting for ca. 54% of the German tipulid fauna. Our results significantly increased the number of European tipulid species available in the Barcode of Life Data System (BOLD) by 14%. Additionally, the number of barcodes from European tipulid specimens more than doubled, with an increase of 118%, bolstering the DNA resource for future identification inquiries. Employing diverse species delimitation algorithms - including the multi-rate Poisson tree processes model (mPTP), Barcode Index Number assignments (BIN), Assemble Species by Automatic Partitioning (ASAP), and the TaxCI R-script - we successfully match 76-86% of the morphologically identified species. Further validation through neighbor-joining tree topology analysis and comparison with 712 additional European tipulid barcodes yield a remarkable 89% success rate for the species identification of German tipulids based on COI barcodes. This comprehensive DNA barcode dataset not only enhances species identification accuracy but also serves as a pivotal resource for ecological and biomonitoring studies, fostering a deeper understanding of crane fly diversity and distribution across terrestrial landscapes.

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biodiversitybiomonitoringCOI barcodescrane fliesDNA barcodingGerman Barcode of Life initiative (GBOL)species delimitation algorithmspecies identificationtaxonomyTipulidae

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