leaf litter
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Instead, they obtain nutrients through underground fungi and remain concealed beneath layers of leaf litter for nearly their entire lives.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
As Dr Elizabeth Duncan says: "Unfortunately, they do compete with and can outcompete some native ladybird species, but they like to overwinter in different environments - harlequins in our homes and seven-spots in leaf litter."
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2025
Arthropods ranging from earwigs to some beetles to crickets or spiders living in the soil face particular challenges due to nasty fungal infections and a high risk of predators lurking in leaf litter.
From Salon ● May 11, 2025
The homeowner had taken steps to prepare for the approaching flames, clearing away trash cans and leaf litter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 17, 2025
His rifle, its butt pressed tirelessly against his face, was buried to the hilt in leaf litter.
From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker
