Coral Reef Phycology
Macroalgae are among the most diverse and abundant benthic groups of coral reefs. Yet, their taxonomical and functional diversity are understudied. Several species have unclear taxonomic classification (e.g., Laurencia) and others are usually grouped based on morphology and function that are still uncertain. Ecological studies evaluating interactions between macroalgas and herbivores (herbivory), with other benthic organisms such as corals (competition) usually lack proper taxonomic description which might lead to misinterpretation of alga ecological functions. This project aims to create a bridge that connects taxonomy and ecology of macroalgae on coral reefs.
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