Explore the captivating realm of fungi through a variety of engaging activities designed for young naturalists. This book offers a blend of informative, imaginative, and artistic projects that encourage children to learn about and appreciate the unique characteristics of fungi. Perfect for fostering curiosity and creativity, it invites readers to connect with nature in a fun and educational way.
Delving into the diverse world of fungi, this collection showcases stunning images of various species, from edible varieties found in supermarkets to historically significant ones like penicillium. It serves as a comprehensive introduction to fungi, highlighting their crucial role in the ecosystem and their impact on human history.
Big, bold and beautifully illustrated, these stunning posters from Katie Scott's Fungarium are perfect for pinning on your walls.
This volume presents a revision of the Caloplaca saxicola group (Teloschistaceae, Ascomycetes) of the northern Hemisphere. The revision is based on the study of morphological and anatomical characteristics of approximately 650 specimens and their relevant type material. The specimens and type material studied are documented in drawings of microscopic structures and photos of thallus habit and apothecia. As a result of this revision, the following taxa are now part of the C. saxicola group: Caloplaca arnoldii (Wedd.) Zahlbr.; C. arnoldii subsp. clauzadeana Gaya; C. arnoldii subsp. nana Gaya; C. arnoldii subsp. obliterata Gaya; C. arnoldiiconfusa Gaya & Nav.-Ros.; C. biatorina (A. Massal.) J. Steiner; C. decipiens (Arnold) Blomb. & Forssell; C. pseudofulgensia Gaya & Nav.-Ros.; C. pusilla (A. Massal.) Zahlbr.; C. rouxii Gaya, Nav.-Ros. & Llimona; C. saxicola (Hoffm.) Nordin; and C. schistidii (Anzi) Zahlbr.