A very common fungus and found in two distinct stages, each capable of reproducing. The Coral Spot is the more common stage with conidial pustule

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A very common fungus and found in two distinct stages, each capable of reproducing. The Coral Spot shown is the more common stage with conidial pustules

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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