This document showcases the development of DNA barcodes and QR codes for a range of Nigerian pollinator species, highlighting their scientific and conservation value. It features a series of illustrative barcodes for butterflies such as Papilio dardanus, Papilio nireus, and Graphium antheus, as well as key pollinating species like the honeybee (Apis mellifera) and several fruit and insectivorous bats (Chaerephon nigeriae, Eidolon helvum, Hipposideros curtus).
The initiative, implemented by the Biodiversity Education and Research Centre (BERC Nigeria), supports biodiversity monitoring, education, and conservation through molecular identification tools. By linking DNA data with digital QR access, it enhances the understanding and protection of pollinator diversity critical to Nigeria’s ecosystems and agricultural productivity.
