Useful Info for Novice Lichenologists

[Lancashire Lad]

This quote by FungiJohn: -

Originally Posted by FungiJohn

.....I'll look up the K and C spot reaction and familiarise myself with the 'basic' lichen microscopy.....

On another lichen thread, reminded me of a link, (originally found on the British Lichens website), which I thought I would post here as it may be of some use to other novice lichenologists. (A group into which I most definitely belong!!).

There are several tabs on the linked page, all of which are interesting in their own right, but the "More About Lichens" tab provides a step by step guide, (described as an e-learning module), including some very useful photographs which identify various typical parts of lichens, including both macro & microscopical features.
The module also includes short videos actually showing "K" and "C" spot reactions: -

A key to common lichens on trees in England - KeytoNature / Dryades

Regards,
Mike.

[FungiJohn]

Excellent help there Mike. I'm sure it will help many others taking their first 'real' look at Lichens

John

[Fauna]

Thanks for this Mike, now book marked.

It deffinetly looks to be more comprehensive to the one that i've been using.

A guide to lichens on twigs - The Natural History Museum

Regards Chris...

[pressld2]

An excellent resource Mike, thanks for posting. Likewise bookmarked...

Dave P.

[earthdragon64]

Thanks Mike, I've also bookmarked that site, as evidenced on FungiJohn's thread, I've a lot to learn about Lichens.

Even though it's about lichens on trees in England, I'm sure it will be a good starting point.

Regards, Audrey.