Cladonia
Cladonia (cup lichen) is a genus of moss-like lichens in the family Cladoniaceae. They are the primary food source for reindeer and caribou. Cladonia species are of economic importance to reindeer-herders, such as the Sami in Scandinavia or the Nenets in Russia.
Found growing on a rotting tree stump.
Lat: 45.27, Long: -75.73
Spotted on May 2, 2012
Submitted on Jun 3, 2012
3 Comments
nice info and spotting
Sure looks like it! Thank you gatorfellows.
Cladonia (cup lichen)?