Biogeographic units in the Chihuahuan Desert: Implications for regionalization and area nomenclature

Researchers have identified eight distinct biogeographic units within the Chihuahuan Desert, including subprovinces and districts that represent natural biotic regions. These units, such as the Trans-Pecos and Mapimian districts in the Chihuahuan subprovince, along with the Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Valley district in the Mexican Plateau subprovince, are characterized by unique assemblages of endemic taxa. The study compared existing regionalizations to uncover similarities and differences, providing a framework for understanding biodiversity patterns in this arid region. This classification offers critical insights for conservation efforts and regional nomenclature.

Morrone, J. J., Acosta, R., & Fernández, J. A. (2022). Biogeographic units in the Chihuahuan Desert: Implications for regionalization and area nomenclature. Revista Mexicana de Biodiversidad, 93, e933907. https://doi.org/10.22201/ib.20078706e.2022.93.3907