Slime Mold Collection

Slime mould (Lamproderma scintillans) super close up of 1mm tall sporangia, Buckinghamshire, England, UK, March Focus Stacked

Slime mould (Physarum leucophaeum), two sporangia, close-up. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. October. Focus stacked image

Slime mould (Physarum album), dew droplets on two sporangia, close-up. Hertfordshire, England, UK. November. Focus stacked image

Slime mould (Cribraria rufa) line of three immature sporangia on rotting log, showing the net beginning to form around what will become the spore mass, Buckinghamshire, England, UK. October

Slime mould (Craterium minutum) tiny sporangia in various stages of development on tiny twig, Buckinghamshire, England, UK, March Focus Stacked

Slime mould (Lamproderma scintillans) close up of sporangia growing on a Holly leaf, Buckinghamshire, England, UK, December - Focus stacked

Slime mould (Physarum sp), dew droplets on sporangium, close-up. Hertfordshire, England, UK. November. Focus stacked image

Slime mould (Cribraria argillacea), mature sporangia with cages that contain the spores. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. September. Focus stacked image

Slime mould (Comatricha nigra) sporangia with a range of colours, at different stages of development. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. November. Focus stacked image

Slime mould (Stemonitopsis typhina) sporangia growing on edge of bark, Buckinghamshire, England, UK. November. Focus stacked

Slime mould (Metatrichia floriformis) line of sporangia split open and releasing spores, Buckinghamshire, England, UK. January. Focus stacked

Large group of Slime mould (Stemonitis flavogenita) sporangia changing to orange, beginning to mature on Oak (Quercus sp) log. Hertfordshire, England, UK. September. Focus Stacked

Three immature Slime mould (Lamproderma arcyrionema) sporangia, around one millimeter tall, beginning to mature. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. August. Focus Stacked

Two Slime mould (Lamproderma scintillans) sporangia, around one millimeter tall, forming on decaying leaf, with peridium split open. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. February. Focus Stacked

Three Slime mould (Didymium squamulosum) sporangia growing along spike of Holly (Ilex sp) leaf. Buckinghamshire, England, UK. January. Focus Stacked

Slime mould (Lamproderma scintillans) sporangia growing along edge of decaying leaf. Buckinghamshire, England, UK, January. Focus Stacked image

Eggs of Salmon slime mould (Trichia decipiens) fruiting bodies covering a moss-covered Oak limb. Each orange sphere seen here is approximately 0.7mm across, Padley Gorge, Derbyshire, UK. November

Slime mould (Comatricha lurida) 2mm tall sporangia growing along the edge of a rotting beech leaf, Buckinghamshire, England, UK, March - Focus stacked

Slime mould (Trichia botrytis) sporangia starting to split to release spores, on underside of rotting Oak (Quercus sp) log. Hertfordshire, England, UK. December. Focus stacked image

Slime mould (Comatricha nigra) sporangia with water droplets on a rotting log, Buckinghamshire, England, UK. November. Focus stacked

Lycogala epidendrum, Wolfs Milk
Watercolour on paper, c.1838 by Anna Russell (nee Worsley) (1807-1876). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1838

Illustration of reproduction cycle of slime mould (protist)

Dogs Vomit Slime-mould (Fuligo septica var. flava) plasmodium stage, growing on rotting wood in woodland, Bostall Woods, Royal Borough of Greenwich, London, England, September

False Puffball (Enteridium lycoperdon) plasmodial phase, growing on dead standing wood at riverbank, River Ribble, Stainforth, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, October

Myxomycetes, plasmodial slime mould
Scanning electron microscope image of a plasmodial slime mould spore (x12000). This mould spends most of its life as a single cell; when they reproduce they form a slug-like blob that can travel

Light Micrograph: Plasmodium: a parasitic protozoa in blood; Magnification x 7, 500 (if print A4 size: 29. 7 cm wide)
LRDS-313 Light Micrograph: Plasmodium: a parasitic protozoa in blood; Magnification x 7, 500 (if print A4 size: 29.7 cm wide) David Spears (Last Refuge) / ardea.com Last Refuge contact details

Slime-mould (Fuligo septica) Producing violet spores (no. 5 of set) - 11am, 28 July

Mould - Slime Mould (Fuligo septica) Close-up / July

Wolfs udder fungus (Lycogala epidendrum). Also called wolfs milk, this is not actually a fungus but a slime mould. Photographed growing amongst moss on a Scots pine stump, Cairngorms National Park

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"Discovering the Enigmatic Beauty of Slime Mold: A Close-Up Exploration" Nature never ceases to amaze us with its intricate wonders, and slime mold is no exception. In the heart of Buckinghamshire, England, UK, a fascinating world unfolds as Stemonitopsis typhina sporangia gracefully emerge on the edge of bark in November. Through focus stacking techniques, we are able to witness their growth in stunning detail. Metatrichia floriformis reveals its mesmerizing line of split open sporangia in January, releasing an enchanting cloud of spores into the air. The delicate beauty captured through our lenses transports us to a realm where nature's artistry knows no bounds. Lamproderma scintillans invites us into its miniature universe with super close-ups showcasing 1mm tall sporangia that seem almost otherworldly. Their presence evokes awe and wonder at the intricacy hidden within even the tiniest organisms. In another corner of Buckinghamshire, Physarum leucophaeum captivates our attention with two close-up sporangia. These mysterious structures hold secrets waiting to be unraveled by curious minds eager to understand their purpose and significance. Dew droplets delicately adorn Physarum album's two sporangia like glistening jewels—a testament to nature's ability to create breathtaking moments even in seemingly ordinary occurrences. Craterium minutum unveils tiny sporangia at various stages of development on minuscule surfaces—an extraordinary sight that reminds us how life can thrive in unexpected places if given a chance. On a Holly leaf nearby, Lamproderma scintillans showcases its captivating prowess once again as it grows on this unlikely host—nature constantly reminding us not to underestimate her power and adaptability. Physarum sp further enthralls us as dew droplets grace each individual sporangium—a reminder of the delicate balance between life and its surroundings.