Uncovering the Incredible Diversity of the Gracilariaceae Family: A Morphological and Molecular Study
A new study by researchers at the University of Hawai’i reveals a previously unknown diversity of Gracilariaceae, a type of red alga. Using both morphological and molecular data, the research team identified and described four new species of Gracilariaceae, three of which are endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. These findings demonstrate the importance of combining traditional taxonomic methods with modern molecular techniques in order to better understand tropical marine ecosystems. The team’s findings could help inform conservation efforts and improve our knowledge of the species’ ecology and evolution.
source: Phys.org