Checklist of seaweeds and seagrasses of Egypt (Mediterranean Sea): A review

This work provides the first revised and updated checklist of the seaweeds and seagrasses of the Egyptian Mediterranean coast, based on literature records. 187 seaweed species are recorded, including 107 red, 45 green and 35 brown algae. 29 taxa excludenda and 3 taxa inquirenda are briefly discussed. The total number of alien seaweeds currently accepted is 10. In addition, 6 cryptogenic species, 11 species pending confirmation and 3 excluded alien species are discussed. A total of 5 seagrass species are recorded, among which Halophila stipulacea is introduced via the Suez Canal.