Publications by authors named "Keron C St E Campbell"
Mol Phylogenet Evol
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- Phylogenetic methods reveal evolutionary links and diversification trends among various taxa, particularly regarding the lichenized fungus genus Sticta in the Caribbean, where this study focuses on identifying ancestral ranges and species relationships.
- The research, encompassing data from the Greater and Lesser Antilles, shows a significant level of island endemism (around 59%) and suggests that the Caribbean was colonized approximately 19 million years ago from a South American ancestor, with some reverse migrations noted.
- Findings highlight that environmental factors have a stronger influence on taxonomic and phylogenetic diversity between island communities than geographic distance, emphasizing the critical role of islands in supporting global lichen biodiversity.
