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