Rhodophyta (or red algae) are a diverse and species‐rich group that forms one of three
major lineages in the Archaeplastida, a eukaryotic supergroup whose plastids arose from a …

Theoretical ecological models, such as succession and facilitation, were defined in
terrestrial habitats, and subsequently applied to marine and freshwater habitats in intertidal …

Our study explores genomic signs of adaptation in A. lixula to different water pH conditions.
To achieve this, we analysed the genomics variation of A. lixula individuals living across a …

Life cycles with a prolonged haploid phase are thought to be correlated with greater rates of
selfing and asexual reproduction. In red algae, recent population genetic studies have …

Background Corybas taliensis is an endemic species of sky islands in China. Its habitat is
fragile and unstable, and it is likely that the species is threatened. However, it is difficult to …

Inbreeding, the mating between genetically related individuals, often results in reduced
survival and fecundity of offspring, relative to outcrossing. Yet, high inbreeding rates are …

Characterizing patterns of genetic connectivity in marine species is of critical importance
given the anthropogenic pressures placed on the marine environment. For sessile species …

Abstract The Coral Triangle region contains the world's highest marine biodiversity,
however, these reefs are also the most threatened by global and local threats. A main …

Sponges are key ecosystem engineers that shape, structure and enhance the biodiversity of
marine benthic communities globally. Sponge aggregations and reefs are recognized as …

Global environmental changes may have a profound impact on ecosystems. In this context, it
is crucial to gather biological and ecological information of the main species in marine …