Taxonomic and Functional Diversity of Heterotrophic Protists (Cercozoa and Endomyxa) from Biological Soil Crusts

Biological soil crusts (biocrusts) accommodate diverse communities of phototrophic and heterotrophic microorganisms. Heterotrophic protists have critical roles in the microbial food webs of soils, with Cercozoa and Endomyxa often being dominant groups. Still, the diversity, community composition, an...

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Main Authors: Samira Khanipour Roshan, Kenneth Dumack, Michael Bonkowski, Peter Leinweber, Ulf Karsten, Karin Glaser
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/2/205