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Reindeer Lichen

Cladonia rangiferina

Photo by Machi
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Field Notes

Description:

They change in appearance quite a bit from when they are young to when they are mature. The first two photos shows a much younger branch than the last two photos

Habitat:

Rocky area near the top of Mount Bradbury with lots of moss and lichens

Reference Links:

Greygreen Reindeer Lichen - Cladonia rangiferina - Overview, Cladonia rangiferina, Reindeer lichen videos, photos and facts - Cladonia rangiferina | ARKive

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