The use of spatially explicit genetic variation data from four deep-sea sponges to inform the protection of Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems
Abstract The United Nations General Assembly has called for greater protection of the world’s deep-sea species and of features such as Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems (VMEs). Sponges are important components of VMEs and information about their spatially explicit genetic diversity can inform management...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2019-04-01
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| Series: | Scientific Reports |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-41877-9 |