Pilobolus
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A fungus that shoots its spores far, often on animal dung
- proper noun
- /ˈpɪləˌboʊləs/
- Specialized
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Pilobolus
- The Pilobolus fungi can shoot their spores up to several meters.
Examples
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You might spot Pilobolus growing on cow dung in rural pastures.
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Scientists study Pilobolus to understand how fungi disperse in nature.
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Pilobolus can launch its spores several meters away to reach fresh grass.
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Did you know that Pilobolus thrives on animal dung?
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Pilobolus can launch its spores several meters away to reach fresh grass.
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You might spot Pilobolus growing on cow dung in rural pastures.
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Did you know that Pilobolus thrives on animal dung?
Surface Forms
Pilobolus main
Etymology
Pilobolus comes from Greek parts pilo- meaning 'cap' and -bolus meaning 'to throw'. So the name is like 'cap-thrower', which is a handy image because the fungus shoots tiny spore 'caps' far from dung.
