Hidden Depths: A Unique Biodiversity Oasis in the Persian Gulf in Need of Further Exploration and Conservation

The Persian Gulf, a young and shallow epicontinental sea, is known for its unique geological and oceanographic characteristics that foster its diverse and productive marine ecosystems. A substantial portion of the Gulf’s seafloor consists of unconsolidated soft sediments, making it unsuitable for co...

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Main Authors: Kaveh Samimi-Namin, Bert W. Hoeksema
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-06-01
Series:Diversity
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/15/6/779