Ectocarpales

order of Phaeophyceae Ectocarpales (Ectocarpales) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 3 families with 83 known species. This includes the family groups Acinetosporaceae, Chordariaceae, and Ectocarpaceae. Among its members, 1 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Phaeophyceae (Phaeophyceae).