# Characterization of prokaryotic communities in Puerto Rican caves using 16S rDNA amplicon sequencing

## TL;DR

This study explores the unique prokaryotic communities in Puerto Rican caves using DNA sequencing to better understand subterranean ecosystems.

## Contribution

The study provides new insights into prokaryotic diversity in Puerto Rican caves using 16S rDNA amplicon sequencing.

## Key findings

- Distinct prokaryotic communities were identified across seven Puerto Rican caves.
- The findings enhance understanding of microbial adaptation in extreme subterranean environments.

## Abstract

The cave ecosystems host microbial communities adapted to extreme environments. This study utilized 16S rDNA to investigate the prokaryotic diversity across seven caves in Puerto Rico’s northern limestone karst belt. Microbial profiling revealed distinct subterranean communities, enhancing our understanding of cave microbiology and potential applications in environmental conservation and microbial research.