Aphyllophoroid fungi in Teide National Park (Tenerife, Canary Islands)

A comprehensive survey of Aphyllophoroid fungi in Teide National Park, Tenerife, Canary Islands, identifies 133 species, significantly expanding the known mycobiota of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The study, published in Mycotaxon, utilizes annotated species distribution data to document fungal diversity in one of the most biodiverse volcanic landscapes on Earth. Researchers employed field sampling and taxonomic analysis to characterize these fungi, which play crucial roles in ecosystem processes such as decomposition and nutrient cycling. This work contributes to our understanding of fungal biodiversity in extreme environments and underscores the importance of preserving such unique habitats.

Beltrán Tejera, E., Rodríguez-Arma, J. L., Armas, M. J. D., & Quijada, L. (2019). Aphyllophoroid fungi in Teide National Park (Tenerife, Canary Islands). Mycotaxon, 134(2), 407. https://doi.org/10.5248/134.407