Under the Microscope: Master of Disguise With...
What's under the microscope this week? Feast your eyes on this master of disguise whose 'skull' and sounds might be used for trickery.
Fungi Facts at Grootbos
Not all mushrooms spread their spores through the wind. The Magpie ink cap does things a bit differently. As it decays, it turns into an inky paste. This sticky mess rubs off on animals as they pass by, helping the mushroom spread in a unique way.
And that bright red mushroom you might spot on the reserve? It’s a Blackening wax cap – another special member of the fungi world.
Nature is full of surprises. Keep your eyes open next time you explore Grootbos!
