Ever wondered what happens to fallen trees; why our woodlands are not piled high with them? They’re eaten – by insects and fungi such as these
Another nameless species, could be one of many, sprung up here to munch upon the tree
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Wow, they look beautiful!
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Yea, my obsession with fungi continues 🙂
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I like mushrooms and fungi a lot too!
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Such variety of form and colour
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Yes, and such great ideas for fantasy too.
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That’s true 🙂
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🙂
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I knew they fed on them, but never really pictured them as having been devoured by fungi. But they have to go somewhere don’t they?
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As far as I remember my lessons, they secrete some kind of digestive enzyme, and feed upon the resultant goo.
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this is a great picture
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Thank you, PaperKutzs. I particularly like this one too. In close up, those caps look almost shell-like.
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Also useful as tinder and a portable fire source. Horseshoe fungus holds an ember for quite some time.
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Touchwood! Several of the fungi make for good tinder, and ember-carriers.
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Most not nearly as recognizable or prevalent though. Always seems to be some nearby in the woods.
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But species vary across the world, so a type is easier to find than one specific
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They’re beautiful Crispina! I always look forward to you sharing these! 😀 ❤
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I thank you. Happy to help people be happy. 🙂
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Circle of life, right there! Lovely shot.
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Thanks, Dale.
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