Australian luminous Ghost fungus shot at night with star trails

• Contributor: Denis Crawford / Alamy Stock Photo
• Image ID: CF7BGW
• File size: 34.5 MB (830.8 KB Compressed download)
• Releases: Model - no | Property - no
• Dimensions: 2831 x 4256 px | 24 x 36 cm | 9.4 x 14.2 inches | 300dpi
• Date taken: 19 May 2010
• Location: Pomonal, Victoria, Australia

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Omphalotus nidiformis, or ghost fungus, is a gilled basidiomycete mushroom found in southern Australia most notable for its bioluminescent properties. Generally found growing on dead or dying trees, it is a saprotroph and parasite. This image is a 90 minute exposure to capture the glow from the mushroom, star trails and moonlight.

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