Pilobolus umbonatus in Somerset Co., Maryland (1/20/2014). Confirmed by Dr. Michael K. Foos.
Pilobolus umbonatus in Somerset Co., Maryland (1/20/2014).
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This genus is completely dependent on the gastric systems of herbivores to disperse their spores. They have a 24-hour circadian rhythm from spore to mature sporangium (L. Biechele, pers. comm.).
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Pilobolus umbonatus in Somerset Co., Maryland (1/20/2014). Confirmed by Dr. Michael K. Foos.
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Lance Biechele.
Pilobolus umbonatus in Somerset Co., Maryland (1/20/2014).
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Lance Biechele.