Discovering the Scorpaenidae Diversity in
Taiwan
A recent study published in Zoological Studies provides
the first comprehensive DNA barcoding library and an updated checklist
of the Scorpaenidae in Taiwanese waters. This research identifies 85
species across 29 genera, including one newly recorded (Sebastapistes mauritiana)
and three unidentified species. By combining morphological and
molecular analyses, the study highlights the power of DNA barcoding in
resolving identification challenges and uncovering biodiversity in the
family Scorpaenidae. The findings emphasize the need for accurate
taxonomic reference and molecular data to enhance marine biodiversity
research. This work not only refines the understanding of the
Scorpaenidae diversity in this region but also sets a foundation for
future taxonomic and ecological studies.

Read the full article, published by Zoological
Studies, here
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