Fungi (mushrooms) and algae produce lichen on this dead tree stump. Copyright 2017 Pamela Breitberg
Yesterday’s post of Lichen was witness to what happens when fungi and algae live together. The fungi benefit from algae that make food through photosynthesis. These images show the lush diversity within these miniature communities. I always feel the presence of a superior entity (God, to me) when I observe such creations.
Colony of mushrooms appear after rains; on less moist days the fungi thrives underground. Copyright 2017 Pamela Breitberg
Never seen this kind of fungi. The variety at Starved Rock after a few days of rain were many and diverse. Copyright 2017 Pamela BreitbergFungi ring around the tree stump. Copyright 2017 Pamela BreitbergThis tree hosts a prolific, rich community. Copyright 2017 Pamela BreitbergThe moist walls of the canyon supports more miniature communities. Copyright 2017, Pamela Breitberg.
