Slime mold Dictydiaethalium plumbeum on a pine ...

The image showcases a distinctive slime mold Dictydiaethalium plumbeum resting on a pine log situated along Caney Creek Trail (Little Lake Creek Loop Trail) in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville, Texas. Captured on July 15, 2018.

**Visual Description:**

* **Slime Mold:** The slime mold appears as a dark grayish-brown mass with irregularly shaped lobes, resembling an amorphous blob. Its surface is covered in tiny bumps or nodules, giving it a textured appearance.
* **Background:** The background of the image features a weathered pine log that has been exposed to the elements for some time. The wood grain is visible, and there are signs of decay and wear on the surface.

**Image Details:**

* **Size:** The slime mold covers approximately one-third of the pine log's surface.
* **Coloration:** The slime mold has a dark grayish-brown color that contrasts with the lighter brown hue of the pine wood.
* **Texture:** The slime mold's surface is textured due to the presence of tiny bumps or nodules.

**Context:**

* **Location:** The image was captured in Sam Houston National Forest, near Huntsville, Texas, USA.
* **Date:** The image was taken on July 15, 2018.
* **Environment:** The slime mold is growing on a pine log that has been exposed to the elements for some time. – AI vision