Creag Iucharaidh, Highland

Blood-spot (Haematomma ventosum)

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This lichen has blood-red apothecia and takes its name from the Greek word 'haema' for blood. It is described as a common species in British mountains and was found on a small boulder near the roadside.

Uploaded to Geograph by Greg Fitchett on 1 March 2017

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