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Slime Mould and Springtail

The World of Fungi
Slime Mould and Springtail by Barry Webb

Image details - Slime Mould and Springtail

Photographer: Barry Webb (see profile)
Competition: Competition 17
Category: The World of Fungi
Location: Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Description

I was photographing these 4 mm tall Comatricha slime moulds, growing on an old fencepost in my back garden, when I noticed a tiny springtail (which are classified as hexapods), walk into the frame, and begin browsing the algae on the wood. This shot is comprised of 76 focus bracketed images, focus stacked together.

Awarded

Finalist - The World of Fungi