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Flaming Orange Plaque Fungi

Photo by LaurenZarate
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Field Notes

Description:

This bright flaming orange Plaque Fungi was growing on a root stump in the woods. It was absolutely eye-popping! Fungi are so important in the metabolism of dead organic material back into the ecosystem.

Habitat:

Woodland area, east of San Cristobal de Las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico, 2,200 meters.

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Comments (1)

Amazing colour. Great spotting, Lauren.

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