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19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Ghost Mushrooms

Nicknamed "ghost mushrooms" or "ghost fungus" due to their bioluminescent glow, Omphalotus Nidiformi are found primarily in the forests of Southern Australia and Tazmania.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2021
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Australia
Copyright: © Callie Chee
Awards
Photo of the Day: 10.07.22
Finalist