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Phylogeny of the Cenozoic planktonic foraminifera

  • Grace S. Lamyman
  • , Barry G. Fordham
  • , Paul N. Pearson
  • , Bridget S. Wade
  • , Adam Woodhouse
  • , Jeremy R. Young
  • , Tracy Aze*
  • *Corresponding author for this work
  • University of Leeds
  • Australian National University
  • University College London
  • Cardiff University
  • University of Texas at Austin
  • University of Bristol
  • The Natural History Museum, London
  • School of Earth and Environment
  • School of Biological and Marine Science

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Abstract

Here we present a comprehensive revision of the phylogeny of Cenozoic planktonic foraminifera. It integrates stratigraphic ranges, morphological traits and evolutionary relationships, resulting in an updated phylogenetic framework. The work expands the previous taxonomic coverage to include microperforate clades, adding 136 morphospecies and 29 new genera, while removing 15 previously included species. Stratigraphic ranges have been calibrated to the latest Geologic Time Scale (GTS2020), providing a more accurate timeline for evolutionary events. The digital phylogeny visualization using TimeScale Creator allows users to interact with these data, including morphospecies images and ecological information, facilitating further research into macroevolutionary processes. This resource provides a valuable platform for exploring biodiversity dynamics and species responses to environmental change throughout the Cenozoic and serves as a framework for integrating fossil and molecular data.

Original languageEnglish
Article number2669255
JournalJournal of Systematic Palaeontology
Volume24
Issue number2
Early online date25 Jun 2026
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 25 Jun 2026

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Paleontology

Keywords

  • biodiversity
  • Cenozoic
  • macroevolution
  • phylogeny
  • planktonic foraminifera

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