A taxonomic and conservation assessment of threatened orchid species complexes (Old ID 29012)

Department of Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water (DCCEEW)
Role

Chief Investigator

Description

This project will use conservation genomic approaches to provide a taxonomic and conservation assessment of threatened orchid species complexes where species delimitation and conservation status is poorly understood. Comprehensive sampling and genomic sequencing will be used to generate genomic datasets to infer evolutionary relationships, genetic diversity, and population connectivity; assess species delimitation, taxonomy, and conservation status; and determine appropriate conservation management recommendations. Publications of taxonomic concepts including conservation status and recommendations will provide managers with an improved understanding of conservation priorities and appropriate actions, enabling effective conservation management.

Date

01 Jul 2023 - 30 Jun 2026

Project Type

GRANT

Keywords

Orchidaceae;Taxonomy;Conservation genomics

Funding Body

Department of Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water (DCCEEW)

Amount

300000

Project Team

Katharina Nargar;Darren Crayn