Open Coniferous Forest: Bryophytes and Lichens

There are no representative species of bryophytes listed for these habitats.

There is only one representative species of lichen listed for these habitats:

Dog Pelt Lichen

This is a medium to large brownish or greyish leaf lichen with broad lobes that turn down at the tips. The underside is cottony with brownish veins and dark flaring holdfasts that attach the lichen to its growing site. It is commonly found on soil, moss, or decaying wood.

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