magpie comments on I am a neophyte, but was very interested in these specimens I saw in Linville Gorge.

[–] magpie@mander.xyz 2 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Really interesting to see that little goat trail devoid of lichen in the second photo. I assume this is the path most people and animals tread when walking up the slabs.

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[–] Fourth@mander.xyz [S] 2 points 1 year ago (1 child)

Me too, I actually sat and considered it for a second. I had your thought, but I also thought that maybe the water during heavy rains is accumulating there and making it harder for lichen to grow? I have no idea though.

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[–] magpie@mander.xyz 2 points 1 year ago

You might be right, I think water makes more sense.

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