An Update on the Morphology and Phylogeny of the Nanoplanktonic Dinoflagellate Prorocentrum nux.

ABSTRACT: The Prorocentrales are a diverse group of dinophytes found in a wide range of marine environments. However, species delimitation in the genus Prorocentrum still remains a challenge, especially for nanoscale species where morphological and molecular information is often incomplete. Prorocentrum nux is an example where information is sparse and efforts are needed. In this study, we present a detailed description of the morphological features and molecular information for a Northwest Atlantic strain (AGSB-0131). Using Scanning Electron Microscopy, additional morphological features from the original description were highlighted, including the periflagellar area configuration (nine vs. seven platelets) and pattern dissimilarities for the large and marginal pores. In addition to the revised desc

SUBMITTER: Mordret S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12198932 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul-Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature