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February 1, 2026Marine Biodiversity

First record of Phyllorhiza punctata von Lendenfeld, 1884 (Cnidaria: Rhizostomeae) in Portuguese waters: implications for regional marine ecosystems

Antonina dos Santos A. L. C. Silva Pedro D. S. Silva Ana Rita Matos Elsa Froufe

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The presence of phyllorhiza punctata may disrupt local marine ecosystems, indicating a shift in species dynamics.
Notable observations included significant changes in biodiversity and trophic interactions within regional habitats.
Analysis includes physical and biological parameters assessed across multiple sampling locations in Portugal.
Findings support the need for monitoring invasive species to manage ecological health in marine environments.

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Observational analysis reveals Phyllorhiza punctata in Portuguese waters, highlighting potential impacts on local ecosystems.

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Santos et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a761d6c6e9836116a2fea3 https://doi.org/10.1007/s12526-025-01620-2

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