Moss, for example, often takes up residence in shaded, damp corners of your yard. The only problem? Lichen is a type of plant that has a similar nature. So, how do you tell if it's lichen or moss ...
Biomonitoring using lichens and mosses has emerged as an effective method for assessing air quality and identifying sources of pollution. These organisms are particularly useful because they ...
According to Dartmoor ranger, Demelza Hyde, this "miniature world of mosses and lichens" is the "lifeblood of temperate rainforests". BBC/A Alcroft Temperate rainforests are made up of oak ...
Non-forest alpine plant communities exist on 11 of the Adirondack’s highest peaks, comprising a total of only 85 acres. Here, scattered amongst exposed rock surfaces encrusted with a wide variety of ...
Antarctica lies at the South Pole, and is home to lots of species such as penguins, whales, mosses, and lichens. Challenges in Antarctica One of the biggest challenges Antarctica faces is climate ...