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Friday, July 6, 2012

The Judas Ear

That's not a real ear in the picture above. Its quite remarkable resemblance to the human ear has, however, given it a host of names throughout the ages - some it has to be said less flattering (or at least politically correct) than others.

The fungus is called Auricularia auricula-judae and it is found throughout the world. As you will see, some examples look more ear-like than others. In fact, anywhere you find elder trees you will likely find the Judas Ear.

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