Close-up of light yellow resupinate fungus Xylodon flaviporus (Schizopora flavipora) on a log in Lick Creek ParkWeb page of Lick Creek Park by Dept. of Biology of TAMU. College Station, Texas

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The image presents a close-up view of the resupinate fungus Xylodon flaviporus (Schizopora flavipora) on a log in Lick Creek Park, College Station, Texas, captured by an observer on November 14, 2024.

**Image Description:**

* The image features a light yellow-colored fungus growing on a log.
* The fungus is characterized by its resupinate growth habit, meaning it grows flat against the substrate rather than forming a vertical fruiting body or bracket.
* The fungal hyphae are visible in the image, giving the surface of the log a net-like appearance.

**Fungus Identification:**

* Xylodon flaviporus is a species of fungus in the family Schizoporaceae.
* It is commonly found growing on decaying wood and has been reported to occur in various parts of North America.
* The fungus is typically light yellow or cream-colored when young, turning darker with age.

**Image Context:**

* Lick Creek Park is a nature preserve located in College Station, Texas, USA.
* The park features several trails for hiking and birdwatching, as well as opportunities to observe various plant and animal species.
* November 14 marks the middle of fall in the Northern Hemisphere, with temperatures typically ranging from the mid-40s to low 60s Fahrenheit (7-18°C) during this period.

**Conclusion:**

The image provides a detailed view of Xylodon flaviporus growing on a log in Lick Creek Park. The fungus's resupinate growth habit and light yellow coloration are evident, allowing for its identification as a member of the Schizoporaceae family. – AI vision

🇪🇸 Descripción en español / Spanish Description

Un primer plano del hongo resupinado amarillo claro Xylodon flaviporus (Schizopora flavipora) en un tronco en Lick Creek Park. College Station, Texas, 14 de noviembre de 2024. La imagen presenta una vista de primer plano del hongo resupinado Xylodon flaviporus (Schizopora flavipora) en un tronco en Lick Creek Park, College Station, Texas, capturada por un observador el 14 de noviembre de 2024. **Descripción de la imagen:** * La imagen muestra un hongo de color amarillo claro creciendo en un tronco. * El hongo se caracteriza por su hábitat de crecimiento resupinado, lo que significa que crece plano contra el sustrato en lugar de formar un cuerpo frutal vertical o consola. * Las hifas fúngicas son visibles en la imagen, dando al tronco una apariencia similar a una red. **Identificación del hongo:** * Xylodon flaviporus es una especie de hongo de la familia Schizoporaceae. * Se encuentra comúnmente creciendo en madera en descomposición y se ha informado que ocurre en varias partes de América del Norte. * El hongo es típicamente amarillo claro o crema cuando es joven, volviéndose más oscuro con la edad. **Contexto de la imagen:** * Lick Creek Park es un parque natural ubicado en College Station, Texas, EE. UU. * El parque cuenta con varios senderos para excursiones a pie y observación de aves, así como oportunidades para observar diversas especies vegetales y animales. * El 14 de noviembre marca la mitad del otoño en el Hemisferio Norte, con temperaturas que suelen oscilar entre los 46 grados Fahrenheit (7 °C) y los 60 grados Fahrenheit (18 °C) durante este período. **Conclusión:** La imagen proporciona una vista detallada de Xylodon flaviporus creciendo en un tronco en Lick Creek Park. El hábitat de crecimiento resupinado y el color amarillo claro del hongo son evidentes, lo que permite su identificación como miembro de la familia Schizoporaceae. – Spanish translation

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