In three archives in Prague and in Klatovy micromycetes from the atmosphere, archive documents, walls and shelves were studied. Altogether 88 species, mostly representatives of the Moniliales as well as Mucorales orders, Penicillium and Aspergillus species prevailed. The following species were among the most frequently isolated: Penicillium cyclopium, Cladosporium herbarum, C. cladosporioides, Alternaria alternata, Aspergillus niger, Penicillium chrysogenum, Rhizopus arrhizus and Aspergillus versicolor. The number of species rose with increasing relative humidity and deteriorated hygienic conditions in the storage areas. Fungi with weaker cellulolytic activity, utilizing bookbinding glues, were also verified to contribute to the destruction of archival documents. From a hygienic perspective, the presence of pathogenic species Aspergillus fumigatus and Rhizomucor pusillus is significant for archive staff.
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