Diversity and dynamics of relevant nanoplanktonic diatoms in the Western English Channel.

ABSTRACT: In the ocean, Bacillariophyta are one of the most successful protistan groups. Due to their considerable biogeochemical implications, diatom diversity, development, and seasonality have been at the center of research, specifically large-sized species. In comparison, nanoplanktonic diatoms are mostly disregarded from routine monitoring and are often underrepresented in genetic reference databases. Here, we identified and investigated the temporal dynamics of relevant nanodiatoms occurring in the Western English Channel (SOMLIT-Astan station). Coupling in situ and laboratory approaches, we revealed that nano-species from the genera Minidiscus and Thalassiosira are key components of the phytoplankton community that thrive in these coastal waters, but they display different seasonal patterns.

SUBMITTER: Arsenieff L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7367886 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature