Rose-colored coral fungi (Clavaria rosea) |
And then I discovered that this white one is also a coral fungi.
Crested coral fungi (Clavulina cristata) |
Well, at least that's my best guess since there are many look-a-likes, but it seems they are all considered coral fungi.
On the left hand side of the above picture, you may also notice these lichen.
fruticose lichen |
Here's another lichen with which you might be more familiar.
British soldiers (Cladonia cristatella) |
Now a riddle from another reader, Katie...
Why did the moss and the fungi (fun guy) get married?
Wait for it...
Have you guessed yet?
THEY TOOK A LICHEN TO EACH OTHER!!!
Thank you Katie and Becky!
Thanks for the chuckle this morning. Love it.
ReplyDeleteI thought you might appreciate the more common name for the fruticose lichen: Fairy Cups. They always make me want to hide in wait for the party.