DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2663-4619/115/265-270
Gumru Balakhanova
Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University
PhD in Biology
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1709-1442
19_bq_91@mail.ru
Ecological and Taxonomic Characteristics of Micromycete
Fungi in Baku City
Abstract
This research was conducted to study the taxonomic composition, ecological characteristics, and trophic specialization of micromycete fungi in various areas of Baku city. The results of the study indicated that the species diversity and abundance of micromycetes vary across different areas. Zabrat Park emerged as an area with high biological diversity and well-developed ecosystem functions. In contrast, the abundance and species diversity of micromycetes in Binagadi and Shuvalan were relatively lower.
Micromycetes were classified into different trophic groups, such as saprotrophs and phytopathogens. In areas dominated by saprotrophs, the decomposition of organic matter was more active, while in areas dominated by phytopathogens, favorable conditions for plant diseases existed. The abundance and ecological indicators of micromycetes reflect their role and potential impacts in the ecosystem.
The findings highlight that micromycetes are significant for maintaining environmental health and preventing crop losses in agriculture. Additionally, this research emphasizes the ecological and economic importance of micromycetes and provides an important foundation for future in-depth studies and the implementation of appropriate ecological measures.
Keywords: micromycetes, taxonomy, ecological characteristics, biological diversity, saprotroph, phytopathogen, endophyte, ecosystem functions, fungi, soil