Did you know that the split gill fungus (Schizophyllum commune) has more than 23,000 sexes? The world of fungi includes an astounding variety of compelling organisms that have shaped the terrestrial biota in ways we are only beginning to understand. For example, fungi evolved unique strategies of exploitation and cooperation with other organisms. We will explore basic fungi biology, including anatomy and physiology, life cycles, ecology, and evolution. As we pay special attention to our local species, you’ll gain a new perspective and appreciation of their place in the ecosystems around us and our daily lives.
Class night and time: Mondays, 7-9 pm
Class meetings: September 14-November 16
Lectures via Zoom
Field trip dates: Sunday, September 20, 10 am-2 pm (Woodend Nature Sanctuary); Saturday, October 3, 10 am-2 pm (Patuxent River Park); Saturday, October 24, 10:30 am-2 pm (Adkins Arboretum); and Sunday, November 15, 10 am-3 pm (Mount Rainier Nature Center)
Instructor: Serenella Linares
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