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We have to admit it: fungi are downright fun. They can be beautiful, spooky, downright gory, help fake plumbers grow, and play a crucial part in our planet’s ecosystem.
We are also not alone in our enthusiasm for fungi. These unique creatures are now being celebrated in the new book Planet Fungi: A Photographer’s Foray. The book features breathtaking photography by Stephen Axford and Catherine Marciniak, who document glowing mushrooms, alien-like forms, and newly discovered species from remote forests.
Co-written by Australian mycologist Dr. Tom May, the book highlights the essential contribution of fungi to ecosystem resilience, especially in the face of climate change. It also reveals how interconnected fungi are with plants, animals, and humans.
Enjoy some of the images from the book below. (Click to expand images to full screen.)
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