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Fuligo septica, a Cross Section From the upper left; the tan coloured outer peridium, the middle developing dark spores and at the lower right the lower surface or what is left of the yellow plasmodium. F. septica is the largest spore producing slime mould. Canada,Dog vomit slime mold,Fuligo septica,Geotagged,Spring Click/tap to enlarge

Fuligo septica, a Cross Section

From the upper left; the tan coloured outer peridium, the middle developing dark spores and at the lower right the lower surface or what is left of the yellow plasmodium. F. septica is the largest spore producing slime mould.

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The Dog vomit slime mold

"Fuligo septica" is a species of plasmodial slime mold It is commonly known as the dog vomit slime mold because of its peculiar yellowish, bile-colored appearance. A common species with a worldwide distribution, it is often found on bark mulch in urban areas after heavy rain or excessive watering.

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Similar species: Physarales
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Uploaded Jul 5, 2019. Captured Jun 10, 2019 09:50 in 404 Whaletown Rd, Whaletown, BC V0P 1Z0, Canada.
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  • E-M5MarkII
  • f/22.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO400
  • 60mm