moss
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The scientist tracking the spread of the moss die-back fungus across the UK took BBC News to see its "fairy rings of death" in south Wales.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
It infects the heath-star moss that is damaging UK environments by taking over and turfing out other species.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
But our cameraman Gwyndaf Hughes has brought a macro lens, and when I peer through, I see white blobs suspended on the moss tips.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
The heath-star moss sends out spores far and wide and reproduces quickly, making it a successful invader.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
The buffalo grass around Perilee’s house was tall but thick as moss; I had no trouble picking up the tracks of three barefoot children.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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