Arctic benthic foraminifera: the main species commonly used in paleoenvironmental reconstructions. Review of two common genera, Islandiella and Cassidulina

Instructor: Viviana Maria Gamboa Sojo and Katrine Husum

Benthic foraminifera assemblages are extensively used for paleoenvironmental reconstructions. The main impact of foraminiferal studies in the sediment record relates to their small size, large abundance, with readily preserved and highly diagnostic shells, which make them a reliable tool for stratigraphy and paleontology statistical analysis. Foraminifera group has a wide environmental range, from terrestrial to deep sea and from polar to tropical areas. Their ecological sensitivity renders the group particularly useful in studies of recent and ancient environmental conditions.

About the workshop

During this workshop, we will investigate the classification of the Arctic benthic foraminifera species and their ecological significance, focus on the laboratory work.

This course limited to a maximum of 12 participants.

Topics

  • General classification of the foraminifera groups, mainly focused on the genus Islandiella, and the taxonomic differences with the genus Cassidulina
  • Discussion about other main Arctic benthic foraminifera species (morphological characteristics, picking and classification).
  • Highlights about the paleoenvironmental significance of the main Arctic benthic foraminifera.

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Please indicate “Workshop FORAMS” in the subject. Participations are limited to the places available: you will be informed concerning the acceptance of your application after the 15 April 2021.