Structural Features and Phylogenetic Implications of Crinoid Echinoderms Based on Thirteen Novel Mitochondrial Genomes

Crinoids, as integral echinoderms, play a crucial ecological role in benthic communities, serving as significant indicators reflecting the health of marine ecosystems. However, the phylogenetic relationships within crinoids are unclear. More molecular data can help to facilitate biodiversity assessm...

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Main Authors: Qinzeng Xu, Min Lu, Yuyao Sun, Zhong Li, Yixuan Li, Yue Dong, Xuying Hu, Qian Zhang, Bing Liu, Xuebao He
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/12/3/361