This fungus is a special species that really just motivates me to keep learning about the natural world through a mycological lens.
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Rhodotus palmatus, the wrinkled peach. By Dan Molter.
#FungiFriday – The resupinate Irpex lacteus
The milk-white toothed polypore, Irpex lacteus.
Commonly found growing on branches of hard woods throughout temperate regions of the world, Irpex lacteus represents a resupinate fungus that has evolved adaptations to maximize its spore bearing surfaces.
Read moreFungi Friday; Leucocoprinus birnbaumii
Leucocoprinus birnbaumii growing in a flowerpot in Oregon. By Sava Krstic.
Learn the backstory of this widespread tropical fungus that was once only found growing in tropical ecosystems.
Read more#FungiFriday Mycena interrupta
This distribution of this beautiful species paints a vivid picture of our planets past.
Read more#FungiFriday Panellus serotinus
Panellus serotinus
How is the fungus featured in this week's edition of #FungiFriday related to liver health and nuclear meltdowns??
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