eDNA Biomonitoring Market Size, Share and Trends Analysis, By Sample Type (Water, Soil & Sediment, Airborne, and Biological Samples), By Technology (Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) & Metabarcoding, Microarrays & Biosensors, and CRISPR-based eDNA Detection), By Application, By End-Use and By Region, Forecast 2025-2032

eDNA Biomonitoring Market Overview and Key Insights:

The eDNA Biomonitoring market size reached USD 66.8 million in 2024 and is expected to register a revenue CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast period. Environmental DNA, or eDNA, refers to the genetic material found in environmental samples such as sand, water, and air, which includes entire cells, extracellular DNA, and perhaps whole animals.

Market Drivers:

Rising demand for biodiversity conservation & ecosystem monitoring is a key driver of revenue growth in the eDNA biomonitoring market. This method is also effective for discovering rare and cryptic species, as well as endangered or non-native species. eDNA analysis is non-invasive because it only requires a small sample of water or sediment, as opposed to other traditional survey methods that use destructive sampling, such as trawling. Furthermore, obtaining eDNA samples is relatively simple, species identification does not require taxonomic knowledge, and a single sample can be examined for multiple taxonomic groupings.

One of the key advantages of eDNA analysis is its non-invasive nature.  Traditional methods of species monitoring, such as trapping, tagging, or direct observation, can be stressful or even detrimental to the organisms under investigation.  In contrast, eDNA sample does not disturb wildlife, making it an ethical option for conservation efforts, especially when dealing with endangered or sensitive species.

eDNA is extraordinarily sensitive, detecting species at extremely low abundance levels that regular survey methods would miss. This remarkable sensitivity is owing to eDNA’s capacity to catch small amounts of DNA released into the environment by organisms. As a result, eDNA can provide a more complete picture of biodiversity, including the identification of uncommon or cryptic species that are difficult to observe using conventional methods.

On April 2023, NatureMetrics announced that it has received an Alliance Grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and the Ontario Centre for Innovation to investigate the commercial application of airborne eDNA analysis, in collaboration with the Clare Lab and York University. NatureMetrics and the Clare Lab will use this award to develop and commercialize air-based biodiversity sampling equipment.

Market Opportunity:

Integration of AI & machine learning in eDNA data analysis acts as an opportunity for the eDNA biomonitoring market. Over the last decade, artificial intelligence has substantially improved the ability to automatically, correctly, and reliably identify features and patterns in ecological information. eDNA metabarcoding creates massive volumes of sequencing data, and optimizing machine learning algorithms for predictions from this data might significantly reduce the labor-intensive data processing required by researchers.

The successful incorporation of machine learning into biodiversity evaluations based on sequencing data relieves researchers of labor-intensive tasks and emphasizes the need for future investigation of ML applications in eDNA metabarcoding for environmental monitoring and conservation. The success of machine learning-assisted eDNA metabarcoding and species identification is strongly dependent on high-quality training data, careful feature selection, and rigorous model validation.

Recent Trends:

Emerging trends include expansion into advances in sequencing & bioinformatics, expansion into new applications, and growth of eDNA service providers.

Along with freshwater, marine, and terrestrial ecosystems, eDNA applications are leading the way in environmental monitoring, conservation genetics, and forest ecology, among other areas. Many scientific groups picked eDNA for its excellent detection sensitivity and precision. Barcoding and metabarcoding herbivorous insect DNA from plant material (e.g., leaves and fruit) or bulk insect traps (e.g., vane traps and funnel traps) can be an effective way to quickly assess the presence of pest and beneficial insects on crop and orchard species on a large scale. Such eDNA approaches have also been beneficial in detecting pest taxa from plant material in croplands, vineyards, and orchards.

Restraints & Challenges:

eDNA is prone to degradation over time, which can impair the reliability and precision of outcomes.  Temperature variations, UV radiation exposure, and microbial activity in aquatic environments can all contribute to eDNA molecules breaking down faster.  As a result, the detectability of DNA from target species might rapidly decline, particularly in situations with high microbial activity or changeable environmental conditions.

Furthermore, contamination is a major concern in eDNA investigations, which can occur at any stage of the sampling, extraction, or analysis process.  External DNA from organisms found in sampling equipment, the laboratory environment, or the reagents used for DNA extraction and amplification can contaminate samples.  This contamination can lead to false positives, where DNA from non-target species is incorrectly identified, or misidentifications of species present in the sample.

Sample Type Segment Insights and Analysis:

Based on the sample type, the eDNA biomonitoring market is segmented into water, soil & sediment, airborne, and biological samples.

Water segment contributed the largest market share in 2024. Waterborne infections pose a significant risk to public health and water quality. eDNA may detect many pathogens at once, offering a complete picture of microbiological water quality. This comprehensive approach is especially useful for monitoring complicated water systems where various diseases may exist.

Certain species are susceptible to contaminants, and their presence or absence can serve as a measure of water quality. Monitoring these species can offer information on the concentrations and impacts of pollutants in aquatic habitats. Furthermore, eDNA enables continuous or periodic monitoring of water quality, assisting in identifying temporal patterns in pollution levels and their consequences on aquatic life. This feature is useful for monitoring the effectiveness of pollution-reduction measures and detecting new pollution incidents.

Airborne segment is expected to have the highest growth rate throughout the forecasted period. Airborne environmental DNA (airborne eDNA) technology is an innovative approach to biodiversity monitoring, enabling the non-invasive detection and study of organisms in terrestrial ecosystems. It also has the potential to serve as an early warning system for invasive species entering new habitats and could even aid in tracking wildlife trafficking.

On January 2025, Pensoft Publishers, a major open-access publisher of scientific journals, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Southern eDNA Society (SeDNAs) to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing in the field of environmental DNA research. By collaborating, the two groups hope to speed the development and implementation of eDNA technology, resulting in a better knowledge and conservation of planet’s biodiversity.

Technology Segment Insights and Analysis:

Based on the technology, the eDNA biomonitoring market is segmented into Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) & metabarcoding, microarrays & biosensors, CRISPR-based eDNA detection.

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) & metabarcoding segment contributed the largest market share in 2024. The analysis of pollinator-plant interactions is one of the most promising applications of environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding, which combines multiple fields for the assessment of communities for purposes ranging from ecosystem restoration to human health, making it highly versatile and essential to the future of molecular research. Compared to traditional methods, eDNA metabarcoding offers more thorough, effective, and non-invasive sampling of biological communities.

On January 2025, NatureMetrics has secured USD 25 million in Series B funding to accelerate the growth of its biodiversity monitoring solution. The investment round was led by Just Climate, with contributions from EDF Pulse Ventures and the Monaco ReOcean Fund, along with existing investors 2150, BNP Paribas, Ananda Impact Ventures, and SWEN Blue Ocean.

CRISPR-based eDNA detection are expected to have the highest market growth rate throughout the forecasted period. Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) and CRISPR-associated proteins (Cas)-based methods have the potential to improve the efficiency of eDNA metagenomic sequencing of low-abundant target organisms while also simplifying data analysis through target species enrichment or nontarget DNA depletion prior to sequencing.

CRISPR-Cas12a is especially appealing because of its simplicity and versatility. Unlike standard detection methods, which necessitate complex laboratory equipment, this technology is inexpensive, portable, and extremely accurate. Amplification techniques like as loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) do away with the necessity for thermal cyclers, making the technology perfect for real-time field applications.

Application Segment Insights and Analysis:

Based on the application, the eDNA biomonitoring market is segmented into biodiversity assessment & conservation, water quality & aquatic ecosystem health, agricultural & soil health monitoring, forensic & biodefense applications, and air quality & environmental health monitoring.

Biodiversity assessment & conservation segment contributed the largest market share in 2024. Environmental DNA (eDNA) is a new source of information for academics and conservationists looking to monitor biodiversity and identify alien and invasive species in the water and organic sediments they leave behind. This technique assesses the cost-effectiveness of any sampling method and provides a mathematical framework for determining the number of water samples and site visits required to maximize eDNA sampling detection probability.

The approach has shown significant potential in detecting uncommon and secretive species, giving vital information for conservation efforts. Advances in eDNA technologies, like as metabarcoding and metagenomics, promise to increase their usefulness in biodiversity monitoring and conservation planning.

On February 2025, the Minderoo Foundation’s OceanOmics team collaborates with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to use environmental DNA (eDNA) to identify species at danger of extinction. In 2025, the Minderoo-IUCN alliance will use eDNA and other information to assess over 600 marine fish species in Australia and New Zealand. The approach pioneered with fish data is expected to be used to many other threatened species soon, particularly those with limited data.

Geographical Outlook:

eDNA biomonitoring market is strategically segmented by geography to provide a comprehensive understanding of regional market dynamic. Discover demand analysis, emerging trends, and growth opportunities shaping market performance across different region and countries.

North America eDNA Biomonitoring Market:

North America is registered to have highest market share in eDNA biomonitoring market in 2024. This is mainly due to the rising demand for biodiversity conservation & ecosystem monitoring and advancements in DNA sequencing & molecular techniques. Satellite photography and other remote sensing tools have done for geography and weather forecasting, and eDNA has the potential to uncover and monitor biodiversity to inform natural resource management. For more than a decade, research laboratories around the world have adopted tried-and-true eDNA procedures that are frequently less expensive, faster, and more precise than traditional methods of biological surveillance and monitoring.

On October 2022, eDNAtec, a Canadian environmental genomics firm, uses high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) to provide industrial-scale environmental DNA (eDNA) solutions. The St. John’s, Newfoundland-based company currently provides biodiversity assessment and monitoring services primarily through its NGS-based environmental metabarcoding workflow, while also conducting research for eDNA applications through its dedicated R&D arm, the Centre for Environmental Genomics Applications (CEGA).

Asia Pacific eDNA Biomonitoring Market:

Asia Pacific is registered the fastest growth rate during the forecasted period. Detecting species using environmental DNA (eDNA) is a useful biomonitoring tool for mangrove restoration and management. The availability of such biodiversity data enables effective data-driven coastal management, which increases resilience in coastal ecosystems. In Southeast Asia (SEA), eDNA metabarcoding could address a variety of issues such as coastal pollution, over-harvesting of fishery resources, rapid growth of coastal human populations, and coastal areas’ vulnerability to natural disasters and sea-level rise.

On November 2023, researchers from the Laboratory for the Conservation of Endangered Species (LaCONES) at the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) in Hyderabad, India have created a new non-invasive method for assessing the total biodiversity of any ecosystem by sequencing DNA fragments found in environmental samples such as water, soil, or air.

Competition Analysis:

The eDNA Biomonitoring market is characterized by a consolidated structure, with few players competing across various segments and regions. List of major players included in the eDNA biomonitoring market report are:

• Illumina
• AllGenetics & Biology SL
• CD Genomics
• Stantec
• NatureMetrics
• eDNAtec
• EnviroDNA
• RIFCON
• SPYGEN
• eDNA solutions AB
• eDNA Labs
• Eurofins Genomics 
• Genidaqs
• ID-GENE ecodiagnostics Ltd.

Strategic Developments in eDNA Biomonitoring Market:

• In July 2024, NatureMetrics, a worldwide nature intelligence firm, and Dartmouth Ocean Technologies (DOT), an innovative oceanographic instrument maker, have announced the commercial availability of the DOT-NM Autosampler. This cutting-edge device enables the independent gathering of eDNA samples from marine and freshwater ecosystems, providing new biodiversity insights.

Key Advantages for Stakeholders:

Navistrat Analytics’ industry report provides an in-depth quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current trends, market forecasts, and dynamics within the global market. The historical years covered in this report are 2022 to 2023, with 2024 serving as the base year for market size calculations. The forecast period extends from 2025 to 2032.

The report includes an executive summary and a comprehensive overview of market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges (DROC), along with insights into regulatory standards. It features detailed analyses such as PORTER’s Five Forces, SWOT, and PESTLE, as well as assessments of technological trends and the competitive landscape.

PORTER’s Five Forces analysis helps stakeholders evaluate the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and substitution threats, enabling them to assess the level of competition and the attractiveness of the global market. The competitive landscape provides stakeholders with a clear understanding of the current market positions of key players, offering valuable insights into their competitive environment.

Scope And Key Highlights Of The eDNA Biomonitoring Market Report:

The eDNA Biomonitoring market report offers a detailed analysis of market size, including historical revenue (in USD Million) data for 2022-2023 and revenue forecasts for 2025-2032 across the following segments:

• Sample Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2022-2032)
  • Water
  • Soil & Sediment
  • Airborne
  • Biological Samples

• Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2022-2032)
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
  • Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) & Metabarcoding
  • Microarrays & Biosensors
  • CRISPR-based eDNA Detection

• Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2022-2032)
  • Biodiversity Assessment & Conservation
  • Water Quality & Aquatic Ecosystem Health
  • Agricultural & Soil Health Monitoring
  • Forensic & Biodefense Applications
  • Air Quality & Environmental Health Monitoring

• End-Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2022-2032)
  • Government & Regulatory Agencies
  • Academic & Research Institutions
  • Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities
  • Biotechnology & Environmental Testing Companies
  • Agriculture & Forestry Sector

• Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2022-2032)
  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Benelux
    • Nordic Countries
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • Oceania
    • ASEAN Countries
    • Rest of APAC
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Rest of LATAM
  • Middle East & Africa
    • GCC Countries
    • South Africa
    • Israel
    • Turkey
    • Rest of MEA

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