Myxomycetes Diversity of Belen Region of Hatay Province (Turkey)

Aim of study: The present study aimed to determine myxomycetes diversity in Belen region located in Hatay province, Turkey. Area of study: The present study was conducted on samples collected in 10 stations in Belen district during 2012 and 2013. Material and methods: Myxomycete sporophores were collected from leaf, tree bark, decayed and non-rotting plant material. Myxomycete sporophores were developed with the moist chamber technique in collected samples. Further myxomycete sporophores were collected in their natural environment. Main results: As a result of the field and laboratory studies, 40 species in 9 families and 19 genera were identified. Highlights: The present study contributed to Turkish Myxobiota.