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    • BIOLUMINESCENCE IN MUSHROOMS

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    Keywords

    • Bioluminescence
    • the emission of light by living organisms
    • fireflies
    • bacteria
    • fungi
    • Agaricales
    • ghost mushrooms
    • mycelia
    BIOLUMINESCENCE IN MUSHROOMS

    Magazine: June 2024

    Page: 12 - 19

    Volume: 4

    Issue: 6

    Issue Date: 10 June 2024

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    Abstract

    Bioluminescence, the emission of light by living organisms, occurs in various species like fish, fireflies, bacteria, and algae. This phenomenon serves purposes such as camouflage, defense, communication, and attracting mates and prey. Notably, only 71 species of bioluminescent fungi are known, primarily within the Agaricales order, with one exception in the Xylariales. These fungi, found in forests from temperate to tropical regions, produce a mysterious glow often called "ghost mushrooms" in many cultures. All bioluminescent fungi form mushrooms, producing white spores, with glowing parts from mycelia, mushrooms, or both.