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March 7, 2026Journal of Sea ResearchOpen Access

Morphological and molecular identification of Marine Fungi associated with Sea Cucumbers (Holothuroidea) on Rocky-Tidal Coasts of Bushehr Province (first report)

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NRNadia RezaeiIZI. ZamaniNSNasrin Sakhaei

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Identifies marine fungi in sea cucumbers, highlighting their ecological roles in a vital marine ecosystem.

Key Points

  • The study aims to identify marine fungi associated with three sea cucumber species in the Persian Gulf.
  • Collected sea cucumbers from rocky-tidal coasts in Bushehr Province via SCUBA diving.
  • Isolated fungi from various body parts of Holothuria species.
  • Utilized morphological and molecular techniques for identification of fungi.
  • Identified fungi belonging to the Ascomycota phylum and noted their diverse morphological features.
  • Conducted a first fungal survey of marine invertebrates in the Persian Gulf.
  • Identified 14 fungal strains representing eight genera, with Talaromyces as the most prevalent.
  • Noted significant diversity within the skin of Holothuria leucospilota, containing nine isolates.
  • Observed variations in fungal distribution across host species and body parts, indicating ecological specialization.
  • Highlighted the presence of ecologically adaptable genera such as Penicillium and Aspergillus.
  • Enhanced understanding of marine fungal diversity and its ecological roles in the Persian Gulf.

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Rezaei et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69abc0de5af8044f7a4e9796https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seares.2026.102672
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