09/01/2022
Bath Wildlife Sightings
Verrucaria macrostoma var. furfuracea (a Crustose Lichen), Parade Gardens, Bath, ST7564
Date first seen
Date last seen
Frequency of Sighting
Species
Evidence
Quantity
Frequent
Locality
Parade Gardens, Bath
Habitat
Top of balustrade
Environmental Conditions
Grid Reference
ST7564
Other Information
This variety has the cracked edges of the brownish thallus decorated with bright yellow powdery soredia, making it look quite different from the typical form but the contrasting colours make it easier to spot.
Recorded by
Rob Randall
Identified by
Rob Randall