Bird’s nest fungus (family Nidulariaceae) produce spores in capsules called “peridioles” which resemble eggs in a nest. When raindrops land in these cups, the spore capsules are ejected from the cup and stick to something nearby.





Celebrating and Caring for the Land
2026-01-31
Bird’s nest fungus (family Nidulariaceae) produce spores in capsules called “peridioles” which resemble eggs in a nest. When raindrops land in these cups, the spore capsules are ejected from the cup and stick to something nearby.





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