Physarum sp. (genus)

1 A slime mould at Paddys River, ACT

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Physarum sp. (genus) 4 Sep 2022 MichaelMulvaney
Physarum sp. (genus) 4 Sep 2022 TimL

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Possibly an older, more developed version of sightings 4442486 and 4442487?

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Teresa wrote:
   4 Sep 2022
Interesting find.
If the stems continue to darken, this may be Physarum album. While remaining very pale at maturity you could have Physarum nucleatum or Physarum tenerum. All species found in your locale.
   4 Sep 2022
Thanks Teresa - much appreciate your expertise
Teresa wrote:
   5 Sep 2022
Pleasure - getting out again now, thanks Michael

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