Lichens are everywhere, on trees, rocks, soil, and leaves. But did you know they aren’t just one organism? They are a unique partnership between fungi and algae (or cyanobacteria).
At Grootbos, you’ll find Teloschistes chrysophthalmus, also called the Golden-eye Lichen. Its bright orange fruiting bodies stand out, surrounded by tiny "eyelashes." Look up into the Milkwood and Afromontane forests, and you might spot them in the canopy!
Grootbos Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation in Gansbaai dedicated to conserving the Cape Floral Kingdom while uplifting the communities that call it home. The foundation protects over 22,200 hectares of fynbos and biodiversity across Grootbos Private Nature Reserve and the Walker Bay...
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At the clinic, Nosabata spoke about the wonderful benefits of Bulbine and how it can help with common skin problems.
GGAP ENDS THE YEAR ON A HIGH thanks to our NATION BUILDERS!
Visit Kaliko at the Gansbaai Kersmark!
Our parting shot this week is of the fiscal flycatcher babies that were born a week ago in a nest just outside our office.
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