Black Shields lichen is a common encrusting lichen of the coastal areas above the high-tide mark. It is tolerant of salt spray

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Black Shields lichen is a common encrusting lichen of the coastal areas above the high-tide mark. It is tolerant of salt spray and prefers granular rocks like sandstones.

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Location: Scarborough, UK
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