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A photo taken by NASA's Curiosity rover on Mars shows a rock formation resembling a mushroom, sparking speculation about extraterrestrial life. Scientists explain that the structure is likely a natural geological formation called a concretion, formed by mineral deposits in water billions of years ago, and emphasize that the harsh Martian environment makes the presence of surface life highly unlikely.
Naturalists in India discovered a golden-backed frog with a mushroom sprouting from its side, a phenomenon never documented before. The frog, found in Karnataka, is of a species known as Rao’s intermediate golden-backed frog. The cause and fate of the frog are unknown, but mycologists identified the mushroom as a common bonnet, a type of fungi that typically grows on dead wood. While the frog's prognosis is uncertain, researchers speculate on potential effects, including altered susceptibility to chytridiomycosis, a frog-killing disease.
Scientists were astonished to find a mushroom growing on the side of a living frog in the Western Ghats in India. The discovery of the small mushroom growing in living flesh was exciting and baffling, as fungi typically do not grow into mushrooms on living flesh. While it's unclear where the mushroom was getting its nutrients from, the possibility of it feeding off something on the frog's skin or piercing the frog's skin raises new questions about fungi and their relationship with living flesh.
A group of nature enthusiasts in India discovered a live frog with a mushroom sprouting from its side, a phenomenon never before reported. The observation, published in the journal Reptiles & Amphibians, surprised scientists due to the typically fatal pairing of frogs and fungus. While the exact identity of the mushroom remains obscured without samples, the discovery has sparked interest in the role of fungi in biodiversity and raised questions about the complex process that led to the mushroom growing on the frog.
Scientists in India's Western Ghats region were surprised to find a tiny golden-backed frog with a minuscule mushroom growing on its back during a nature walk. The frog and the mushroom both appeared to be alive, which was previously unheard of. While the exact type of mushroom is uncertain without physical evidence, the observation has astounded scientists and sparked curiosity for further exploration in the field of biology.
Researchers have documented the first case of a live frog hosting a tiny mushroom, discovered in a small pond in India. The frog, a Rao’s Intermediate Golden-backed frog, had a small Mycena species mushroom sprouting from its left flank. The discovery suggests the adaptability of the mushroom, which is typically found living off decayed organic matter. It remains unclear how the mushroom managed to get into the frog, but experts speculate that an injury or infection may have inadvertently allowed it. The fate of the frog is unknown, as it was not collected for further study.
New Zealand mushroom company Mynd has collaborated with Callaghan Innovation to confirm that the native Pekepeke-kiore mushroom contains compounds beneficial for cognitive health. The company has developed a cultivation technique to extract specific compounds, making their New Zealand Lion's Mane mushroom extract the first to contain both erinacines and hericenones. With a growing global market for medicinal mushrooms and increasing awareness of brain health, Mynd's supplement aims to aid focus, memory, brain cognition, and nerve growth. The supplement is additive-free and commercially available.
This vegan sweet potato mushroom soup recipe by Catherine Brookes is a hearty and nutritious dish made with sautéed onions, carrots, garlic, herbs, sweet potato, mushrooms, brown rice, vegetable broth, coconut milk, and soy sauce. The soup is packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a healthy choice. It can be enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread, a side salad, or roasted vegetables.
Scientists have captured a mesmerizing time-lapse video showing the birth and decay of a penis-shaped mushroom known as the stinkhorn fungus. The mushroom, which emits a foul smell similar to decomposing flesh, grows near rotting wood and plants. The video shows the mushroom emerging from its base and growing to its full size within three hours. Flies are attracted to the mushroom's putrid smell and feast on its slime for 10 hours, stripping it of its olive-brown cover. The remaining white body then begins to rot before eventually decomposing and disappearing back into the ground. This short life cycle allows the stinkhorn fungus to complete its reproductive cycle by dispersing its spores through the excrement of flies and other invertebrates.
Twitch streamer BearUNLV showcased impressive skill by using mushrooms and precise timing to avoid a barrage of blue shells in a Mario Kart race, maintaining his first-place position and ultimately winning the race. His ability to execute this maneuver multiple times demonstrates the dedication and nuance that can make the game enjoyable to watch, even for those who don't take it too seriously.