We recently held a SNAC discussion about the challenges of taxonomy in light of DNA technology and the increasing discovery of dark taxa. We will continue this theme, focusing in more specifically on holotypes. What are the pros and cons of the objects currently accepted for use as holotypes? Should new objects be included, for example, soil samples or DNA extracts? What other alternatives could there be? Come and share your thoughts!
SNAC: Holotypes
What should qualify as a holotype in modern taxonomy?
Published Feb. 6, 2026 10:59 AM
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