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Dung Cannon Fungi

The World of Fungi
Dung Cannon Fungi by Barry Webb

Image details - Dung Cannon Fungi

Photographer: Barry Webb (see profile)
Competition: Competition 16
Category: The World of Fungi
Location: Ancient Woodland, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Description

These tiny Pilobolus crystallinus (dung cannon) fungi were found on pony dung in an area of ancient woodland. The sporangium are propelled at incredible velocity, up to 2 metres away, by pressure building up in the bubble below the black capsule. This photo is comprised of multiple shots, focus stacked together.

Awarded

Highly Commended - The World of Fungi