Does anybody know slime molds? This came out of hardwood mulch that was spread sometime 8-10 weeks ago.
@Victor dog vomit slime mold....haven't heard of that one. Thanks...
@Victor yes, that looks right...I had a former colleague who worked on the biology of fungivorous beetles, most especially Leiodidae. A substantial number of species were more or less slime mold preferential. Have always had a little interest since knowing him, but have never dug in too much.
@celticsfanaticentomologist Most of us don't look into anything unless we run into them and want to know what it is and its relationships to #nature.
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Ah thank you.
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That looks like what's growing in my cigarette butt can in old rainwater plus heat
Harmless and beneficial mostly, or just neutral, in the scheme of things. Smart and can solve mazes and remember where food is (in experiments) - look them up, they're fascinating and come in other shapes, sizes, and colors.
#SlimeMold
"True Facts: The Smartest Slime" video by Ze Frank.
If you have young children this video is probably not appropriate for them. But assuming you're an adult, have at it. Just put down your drink before watching or it might end up coming through your nose and spraying across your phone/monitor.
@celticsfanaticentomologist wood mulch...more than likely Dog Vomit Slime Mold (Fuligo septica). Go down this rabbit hole!