DELTA – DEscription Language for TAxonomy |
The DELTA format (DEscription Language for TAxonomy) is a flexible method for encoding taxonomic descriptions for computer processing. DELTA-format data can be used to produce natural-language descriptions, conventional or interactive keys, cladistic or phenetic classifications, and information-retrieval systems.
Programs and documentation • Support and discussion: the DELTA-L mailing list
Data – descriptions, illustrations, identification, information retrieval
Methodology of interactive keys and descriptive databases
References – applications and documentation of the DELTA System
Contacts, citation, acknowledgements
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