Lichens are a mutualistic relationship between algae and fungi. They were the first lifeforms to invade dry land and are capable of surviving extremes

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Lichens are a mutualistic relationship between algae and fungus. They were the first lifeforms to invade dry land and are capable of surviving extreme conditions. Here Golden Crust grows on exposed granite.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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