'Lichens are much harder and many are flatter than moss, although some lichens are stringy,' says Scott. 'Lichens on rocks are flat, on trees they are stringy,' he explains.

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Lichens can live on many surfaces, but are commonly found on tree bark, rock, soil, and concrete, and must be in areas where they get enough sunlight, moisture, and nutrients from the environment.

For instance, what are those green masses growing on your trees? Those growths could be either lichens, moss or algae, and the good news is that none are cause for alarm.

For instance, what are those green masses growing on your trees? Those growths could be either lichens, moss or algae, and the good news is that none are cause for alarm.

Threats to lichens and mosses include rock collecting (where the lichen or moss may suffer when the rock is transported), trampling, fire, and roadside clearance, as well as more common plant ...

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A climber died as rescuers tried to reach him after his head was “struck by falling rocks,” according to a Wyoming sheriff’s office. Photo by Jordan Christian via Unsplash A climber died as ...

A climber died as rescuers tried to reach him after his head was “struck by falling rocks,” according to a Wyoming sheriff’s office. Photo by Jordan Christian via Unsplash A climber died as ...

Now that deciduous trees are bare, trunks and branches have taken center stage, and you might be noticing nuances and irregularities that evaded your attention over the summer. For instance, what are ...