I. Phylogenetic classification
Classification methods based on biological evolution or phylogenetic relationship are often used in the study of species evolution and genetic diversity. Systematic taxonomy can help people better understand the evolutionary process and diversity of organisms and provide basis and support for biological taxonomy.
Second, the morphological classification
The classification method based on biological morphological characteristics is one of the most common and intuitive classification methods. Morphological classification is based on observing and measuring the external characteristics of organisms, such as body shape, color and markings, as well as anatomical characteristics, such as organ structure and bone characteristics. Morphological classification is suitable for preliminary classification and rapid identification, but it is easily influenced by individual differences and variations.
Three. Molecular classification
Classification methods based on biological characteristics of biomolecules, including DNA sequences and protein sequences. Molecular taxonomy is suitable for studying the genetic structure and genetic relationship of species and groups, with high reliability and accuracy, but it needs high technical and resource support.
Difference and application of classification methods
1, difference
Phylogenetic classification and morphological classification have different application scope, advantages and disadvantages. Phylogenetic classification can better understand species evolution and genetic diversity based on biological evolution or phylogenetic relationship. Morphological classification is based on biological morphological characteristics and is suitable for preliminary classification and rapid identification.
2. Application
Molecular taxonomy is a classification method based on the biological characteristics of biomolecules, which is suitable for studying species evolution and genetic diversity, species identification, epidemiology and medicine. With the development of technology and resources, molecular taxonomy can promote in-depth understanding and research of biodiversity and provide important support for conservation biology, ecology and other fields.