Field Birds Nest Fungus (Crucibulum laeve) fruiting bodies, one with splash cup after cap has come off to reveal

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Field Birds Nest Fungus (Crucibulum laeve) fruiting bodies, one with splash cup after cap has come off to reveal

Field Birds Nest Fungus (Crucibulum laeve) fruiting bodies, one with splash cup after cap has come off to reveal peridiole spore capsules inside, adapted for spore dispersal by raindrops, growing on decaying twigs, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire, England, November

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Birds Nest Bodies Body Caps Capsule Capsules Dispersal Fruiting Fungi Fungus Garden Gardens Hampshire Mushroom Mushrooms Peridiole Peridioles Rain Raindrop Raindrops Romsey Sir Harold Hillier Spore

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. In this photo print, the enchanting world of Crucibulum laeve comes to life at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens. As autumn paints the English countryside with vibrant hues, these European fungi take center stage on decaying twigs. But wait! There's more than meets the eye. Like a magical trick, one of the fruiting bodies has shed its cap, revealing a mesmerizing splash cup beneath. Within this tiny cup lies a secret - peridiole spore capsules perfectly adapted for dispersal by raindrops. These ingenious capsules are nature's way of ensuring their offspring find new homes far and wide. When raindrops fall upon them, they create a delightful spectacle as they catapult the peridioles into the air like miniature fireworks. The picturesque scene captured by FLPA Images transports us to an otherworldly realm where mushrooms become storytellers and gardens transform into enchanted forests. It reminds us that even in seemingly ordinary places like Hampshire, England, extraordinary wonders await those who pay attention to nature's intricate details. So next time you stroll through your local garden or park during autumn showers, keep an eye out for these whimsical Field Birds Nest Fungi and their clever splash cups – it might just be raining spores!

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