Species identification, the process of finding the taxon to which a specimen belongs, is a difficult and frustrating task for most biologists but is absolutely fundamental to most biological research. However, proper species identification requires extensive knowledge on the particular taxon, thus can be problematic and confusing for non-professionals. To increase the accuracy of identification, computer-based interactive identification key has been widely used. In order to improve the identification process and promote effective utilization of Korean species, Korean Indigenous Interactive Key System (KIIS) was developed. Moreover, image-based online identification system was developed to broaden the range of users from non-experts to professionals. As the use of mobile device became significant in people’s lives, we further developed mobile web-based identification system.

• Suwon Chun(Biodiversity Informatics Team, National Institute of Biological Resources)
• Sungho Choi(Biodiversity Informatics Team, National Institute of Biological Resources)
• Won-Young Choi(Biodiversity Informatics Team, National Institute of Biological Resources)
• Yang-Seop Bae(College of Life Sciences and Bioengineering, Incheon National University)