Development of Web Based Digital Key from Dichotomous Key through Computer Programming: Model Aphid Predator Neuroptera (INSECTA)

Abstract

Abstract: In fact, the majority of scientific questions asked by biologists could never be formulated or even conceived without reference to some sort of hierarchical arrangement of taxa, making classification the most fundamental of all biological sciences. The majority of biologists might agree that taxonomy's goal should be to identify the components of biodiversity, especially since accurate identification of the organisms is essential for biosecurity and best crop management practices. However, field knowledge in both taxonomy and application is dwindling. As a result, it is critical to identify any pests or other organisms. Since adopting new taxonomic technology in 2011, USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Plant Protection and Quarantine (APHIS-PPQ) has created an impressive array of identification tools, many of which are gaining enormous popularity. Indian algorithms have not yet been used to create India's own software or appropriate database for this purpose. We created our own algorithm by using Neuroptera (Insecta) of West Bengal, India as our model organism because it is region-specific database dependent, both for the creation of our own "Digital Key" experiment and for the identification of insects that can control aphids, as bio control agents, we have chosen the predator group of Aphids (Homoptera: Aphididae). As a result, we experimentally created www.lacewingsofwestbengal.in, a web platform, and a "Digital Key" of "Genus" of a chosen Neuropteran group.