Pilobolus crystallinus

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Pilobolus crystallinus, commonly known as the "dung cannon" or "hat thrower", is a species of fungus belonging to the Mucorales order. It is unique in that it adheres its spores to vegetation, so as to be eaten by grazing animals. It then passes through the animals' digestive systems and grows in th

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Sources

1. Pilobolus crystallinus — GBIF source
2. Pilobolus crystallinus in Pure Culture — Mycologia (1934) source
3. Photo-Induction of Sporangia in Pilobolus crystallinus — Crossref (1996) source