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Alexandrium minutum

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Alexandrium minutumは麻痺性貝毒の原因となるサキシトキシンを産生することで知られる小型の装甲海洋渦鞭毛藻である。世界中の温帯から温暖な沿岸・河口域に生息する。有害藻類ブルームを形成し、濾過摂食性二枚貝の体内に毒素が蓄積する原因となる。

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Africa (Egypt, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (Mexico), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Alexandrium minutum. It belongs to the genus Alexandrium.
Where does live?
is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Egypt, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (Mexico), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Denmark, Egypt, France, India, Mexico, Netherlands.
What family does belong to?
(Alexandrium minutum) belongs to the genus Alexandrium, which is part of the taxonomic family Ostreopsidaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Alexandrium minutum) belongs to the kingdom Chromista (クロミスタ).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Alexandrium include , , , , .

Native Range — 16 Countries

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