From the deep wilds of California's parks to the glimpse of a bluebird over a backyard fence, from the geologic bones of the mountains to the tiny spring wildflower in an empty lot -- California's natural worlds are everywhere, and endlessly fascinating.
Monday, July 28, 2014
Bryozoa of Lake Mendocino
These curious creatures are known as Bryozoa, or moss animals. You'll find them in the summer months, when they build colonies around submerged twigs and rocks, where they filter food out of the water. Though they look like giant lumps of jelly, healthy ones actually feel quite hard and solid.
Note: They can be startling to encounter with bare feet when one is not expecting it.
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