215 mushroom species documented in Aralam and Kottiyoor wildlife sanctuaries
A joint survey in Kerala's Aralam and Kottiyoor wildlife sanctuaries documented 215 mushroom species, showcasing the rich fungal diversity of the Western Ghats. Notable discoveries include coral, entomopathogenic, medicinal, edible, and bioluminescent mushrooms, alongside highly poisonous varieties. This extensive documentation contributes significantly to biodiversity knowledge.
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This extensive documentation contributes significantly to biodiversity knowledge, highlights potential for scientific research in pest control and medicine, and underscores the ecological importance of fungal species in the Western Ghats.
A survey conducted jointly by the Kerala Forest and Wildlife department’s Aralam Wildlife Division and the Mushrooms of India Community has documented 215 species of mushrooms in the Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary and Kottiyoor Wildlife Sanctuary, highlighting the rich fungal diversity of the Western Ghats.
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