Phytoplankton populations can display high levels of genetic diversity that, when reflected
by phenotypic variability, may stabilize a species response to environmental changes. We …

The use of marine protected area (MPA) networks to sustain fisheries and conserve
biodiversity is predicated on two critical yet rarely tested assumptions. Individual MPAs must …

This paper presents research on the genetic structure and diversity of populations of a
common marine protist and their changes over time. The bloom-forming diatom …

Drivers of population genetic structure are still poorly understood in marine micro‐
organisms. We exploited the North Sea–Baltic Sea transition for investigating the seascape …

Social animals often form long-lasting relationships with fellow group members, usually with
close kin. In primates, strong social bonds have been associated with increased longevity …

In temperate systems, phytoplankton spring blooms deplete inorganic nutrients and are
major sources of organic matter for the microbial loop. In response to phytoplankton …

Variation in group size is ubiquitous in social animals, but explaining the range of group
sizes seen in nature remains challenging. 1–3 Group-living species occur most frequently in …

Undisturbed records of resting stages produced in the past and stored in coastal sediments
are very valuable to science, because they may provide unique insights into past …

Highlights•Cooperative groups of greater anis compete for nesting areas.•Groups may
destroy entire clutches laid by neighbouring groups.•Length of tenure on the nest site, not …

Dormant life stages are important strategies for many aquatic organisms. The formation of
resting stages will provide a refuge from unfavourable conditions in the water column, and …