Uncovering the Mysterious World of the Larger Benthic Foraminifer in the Ryukyu Islands
In a recently published article in the journal Global Ecology and Biogeography, an international research team has revealed the discovery of a new species of larger benthic foraminifer in the Ryukyu Islands, Japan. This species, named Spiculosiphon ryukyuensis, was found living on the seafloor of the islands and is the first of its kind to be identified in the area. Not only does this species have a unique morphology, but it is also the largest known benthic foraminifer species in the Ryukyu Islands. This discovery provides an important insight into the biodiversity of the region, highlighting the importance of continued research in this area.
source: Phys.org