Corticioid (crust) fungus Gloeoporus ambiguus ... Corticioid (crust) fungus Gloeoporus ambiguus (Meruliopsis ambigua) on underside of a fallen pine twig on Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest. Texas, October 2, 2021On a fallen pine twig found on the Richards Loop Trail in Sam Houston National Forest, Texas, a corticioid (crust) fungus known as Gloeoporus ambiguus (formerly classified as Meruliopsis ambigua) was observed growing on the underside of the twig. This species was discovered on October 2, 2021. – generated by AI The image displays a close-up view of a crust fungus growing on the underside of a fallen pine twig. The fungus is light brown with white edges and has a distinctive texture that resembles coral or brain tissue. It is growing on top of dark-brown wood from a fallen pine tree. In the background, there are other pine needles scattered around the base of the tree. The overall scene suggests that the image was taken in a forested area, possibly during autumn when the trees have dropped their leaves. – AI vision |
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