ORCID
- Tracy Aze: 0000-0002-4201-7105
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.
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Publication Date
2026-06-25
Publication Title
Journal of Systematic Palaeontology
Volume
24
Issue
2
ISSN
1477-2019
Acceptance Date
2026-04-13
Deposit Date
2026-07-28
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Keywords
biodiversity, Cenozoic, macroevolution, phylogeny, planktonic foraminifera
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Lamyman, G., Fordham, B., Pearson, P., Wade, B., Woodhouse, A., Young, J., & Aze, T. (2026) 'Phylogeny of the Cenozoic planktonic foraminifera', Journal of Systematic Palaeontology, 24(2). Available at: 10.1080/14772019.2026.2669255
