Just look at that green! It’s almost glowing with a light of it’s own! Moss is so interesting to me. At a distance, it just looks green and fuzzy. Up close, you can see the intricate details that you might not otherwise notice!
ChatGBT says:
The Pacific Northwest is known for a diverse array of moss species due to its temperate rainforest climate, which provides the moisture, shade, and organic material that mosses thrive on. While an exact number can be difficult to pin down, there are hundreds of species of moss found in the region, particularly in Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and parts of Northern California.
Key Moss Varieties in the Pacific Northwest:
1. Sheet Mosses: Commonly found covering soil, rocks, and tree trunks (e.g., Hypnum species).
2. Cushion Mosses: Form dense, rounded clumps (e.g., Dicranum species).
3. Feather Mosses: Characterized by their delicate, feathery appearance (e.g., Plagiothecium and Kindbergia species).
4. Tree Mosses: Grow on tree bark, particularly in coniferous forests (e.g., Isothecium myosuroides).
5. Fern Mosses: Resemble ferns with their intricate, branching structures (e.g., Thuidium delicatulum).
Notable Moss Habitats:
• Old-growth forests (e.g., Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier).
• Coastal rainforests and riparian zones.
• Urban settings, where mosses colonize stone walls, roofs, and sidewalks.
With each photo, you can see the details giving each most it’s uniqueness.
As you know from my posts, we also have many, many varieties of ‘shrooms and fungi.
ChatGBT says:
The Pacific Northwest is a global hotspot for fungi and mushrooms, with over 5,000 documented species in the region. This incredible diversity is due to the area’s mild temperatures, high humidity, and vast forests, which provide ideal conditions for fungal growth.
Categories of Fungi in the Pacific Northwest:
1. Edible Mushrooms:
• Chanterelles (Cantharellus spp.)
• Morels (Morchella spp.)
• Boletes (Boletus spp.)
• Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus spp.)
2. Medicinal and Functional Fungi:
• Turkey tail (Trametes versicolor)
• Reishi (Ganoderma spp.)
• Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus)
3. Mycorrhizal Fungi:
• Symbiotic fungi that form relationships with trees (e.g., Amanita spp., Russula spp., and Cortinarius spp.).
4. Decomposers (Saprotrophic Fungi):
• Break down dead organic material (e.g., Coprinus spp., Mycena spp., and Lentinula edodes).
5. Poisonous Mushrooms:
• Amanita muscaria (fly agaric)
• Amanita phalloides (death cap)
• Galerina marginata (deadly galerina)
6. Lichens (Fungi-Algae Symbiosis):
• Lichens thrive throughout the Pacific Northwest, with species such as Cladonia, Evernia, and Usnea contributing to its biodiversity.
Notable Habitats:
• Rainforests and Coastal Areas: Olympic National Park, Vancouver Island.
• Mountainous Regions: Cascades and the Rockies.
• Urban and Suburban Environments: Fungi thrive in landscaped gardens, woodchips, and fallen debris.
Given the richness of fungi in the region, mycologists are constantly discovering new species. Field guides such as All That the Rain Promises and More by David Arora or regional mycology societies can be excellent resources for enthusiasts.
Again, without close up macro photos, there is so much of this world that you miss!
This whole world of moss and ‘shrooms, attracts and intrigues me without fail! You never know just what you might find!
Today, we took the old/new battery back to Costco for a refund. Once that was processed, we went to get some eggs there only to discover not ONE container was to be found! So I guess egg shortages are on the forefront along with ridiculous prices for a dozen eggs! How will people afford them? I saw prices at Safeway of over $11.00 for a dozen previously and at Walmart for $10.00, hence the reason I was going to buy them at Costco. 🙄 Stock up, if you find them at a good price!
After that, a quick stop at Trader Joe’s for a snack rice cake I was given for Christmas. Super tasty and even somewhat cheap!
By that time, I was in need of a coffee, so we stopped and got one; then headed home.
Tomorrow is ladies Bible study. I’ve got this week and next before I might not be able to attend due to the doc’s mom taking off for a month-again. It is unknown whether or not the new gal is going to help me and Yana out with the scheduling request. I hope she steps up but I’m doubtful. 🤨
That’s gonna be it for now. Take care and enjoy the rest of your day wherever you are! 🙏🌎🙏
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NLT Psalm 91:14-16
The LORD says, “I will rescue those who love me.
I will protect those who trust in my name.
When they call on me, I will answer;
I will be with them in trouble.
I will rescue and honor them.
I will reward them with a long life
and give them my salvation.”
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