Stinkhorn. Habitat - buried rotting wood. The green slime which covers the cap attracts flies from large distances, and sticks to their legs, thus aiding dispersal of the spores. Nap Wood Nature Reserve, E. Sussex. UK
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Stinkhorn. Habitat - buried rotting wood. The green slime which covers the cap attracts flies from large distances, and sticks to their legs, thus aiding dispersal of the spores. Nap Wood Nature Reserve, E. Sussex. UK
DAD-2005
Stinkhorn.
Nap Wood Nature Reserve, E. Sussex. UK
Phallus impudicus
Habitat - buried rotting wood. The green slime which covers the cap attracts flies from large distances, and sticks to their legs, thus aiding dispersal of the spores
David C Dixon
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Stinkhorn - Nature's Fly Magnet Extraordinaire!
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. In this photo print, captured by the talented David Dixon, we are introduced to the peculiar world of the Stinkhorn fungus. Meet DAD-2005, a true showstopper in the realm of mushrooms and toadstools! Hailing from Nap Wood Nature Reserve in East Sussex, UK, this fascinating specimen thrives on buried rotting wood. But what makes it truly unique is its secret weapon – an alluring green slime that covers its cap. This slimy substance acts as a beacon for flies from far and wide, attracting them with irresistible charm. But here's where things get really interesting: once these unsuspecting flies land on DAD-2005's cap, they find themselves stuck! The sticky slime clings to their legs like glue. Little do these flies know that they have become vital accomplices in nature's grand plan - aiding in dispersing the spores of this remarkable fungus. Nestled within the enchanting woodland of Nap Wood Nature Reserve, DAD-2005 stands tall as a testament to Mother Nature's ingenuity. Its presence reminds us that even seemingly repulsive organisms can play crucial roles in our delicate ecosystem. So next time you stumble upon a stinky mushroom or curious-looking fungi during your forest adventures, take a moment to appreciate their hidden wonders. And remember - there might just be more than meets the eye when it comes to these extraordinary inhabitants of our natural
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