Floristic relationships between the Irano-Turanian and Mediterranean regions have been
known from old. However, only a few biogeographical analyses based on molecular data …

The taxonomy of the Mediterranean Aristolochia pallida complex has been under debate
since several decades with the following species currently recognized: A. pallida, A. lutea, A …

Long‐term biodiversity monitoring is crucial for freshwater ecosystems as it enables the
detection of even subtle changes and biodiversity trends, guiding conservation efforts and …

This study was conducted during the 2018 nesting season at the Sugözü Beaches (Adana-
Turkey) and Göksu Delta (Mersin-Turkey). Egg samples (n= 63) from loggerhead and green …

Abstract The Irano-Turanian (IT) floristic region in Asia contains three biodiversity hotspots
and has been a source of xerophytic taxa for neighboring regions. Despite its species …

Background: We performed a vegetation study in Antalya, where the Mediterranean climate
prevails, in order to determine the indicator plant species of red pine (Pinus brutia Ten.). Red …

Hedysarum is the second largest genus of the tribe Hedysareae (Fabaceae), in Iran.
Considering the rising number of species in Iran, a taxonomic revision of the genus is …

The rapid extinction of species is of considerable concern for biodiversity conservation.
Identifying the drivers of species diversity and hotspots is beneficial for developing …

Anatolia is a significant centre of biodiversity and endemism with diversity hotspots located
mainly in mountain ranges. Its complex geological history and heterogeneous topography …

Common bean is a species belonging to the Phaseolus genus of the Leguminosae family. It
has economic importance due to being rich in protein, vitamin A and C, and minerals. Being …