OuiSi Nature · Card 138
Mushroom in Knothole
- Location
- Middlebury, VT, USA
- Date
- September 12, 2020
Photograph byMeg MaddenDescription
Many species of fungi belong to a group of organisms called saprobes. Saprobes are an essential part of the planet's recycling crew. They break down dead organic matter such as leaves and wood, making the nutrients once again available to plants and other organisms.
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Learn morebritannica.com/science/saprotroph
The photographer
Meg Madden
Professional photographer, naturalist, mycologist. Myco influencer & educator.
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