Abstract

The lichen flora of coastal (Larsemann Hills, Landing Bluff, Rouer Islands) and internal (Clemence Massif, Radok Lake, Luff Nunatak, Stinear, Rymill and Bloomfield Mountains and others) oases (Princess Elizabeth Land and Mac Robertson Land, Antarctica) was investigated. 72 lichen species (incl. 48 species known for the Larsemann Hills) belonging to 34 genera and 14 families were recorded. Investigated species are listed and data on localities, habitats and frequency of occurrence are provided. The most common lichens in the area are Candelariella flava, Lecidea cancriformis, Lecanora fuscobrunnea, Buellia frigida, Rinodina olivaceobrunnea and Acarospora gwynnii.

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