Ghost busters
Jamie Buchanan
Omphalotus nidiformis is a gilled basidiomycete mushroom known mostly for its bioluminescent characteristics. This species of mushroom is native to Australia and most commonly found in southern Australia and Tasmania. It glows green at night, due to a chemical reaction between fungal enzymes and oxygen. Nicknamed ghost mushrooms, these fungi can be found growing on decaying wood and flourish after rainfall. They can grow as singular mushrooms or in clusters and can reach sizes of up to 200 mm wide.
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BEAKER STREET SCIENCE PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE
This photograph was a finalist in Beaker Street’s annual Science Photography Prize. This highly-respected prize invites amateur and professional photographers to showcase the wonders of our extraordinary part of the world — which is teeming with science and scientists. Finalist images are displayed at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery during Beaker Street Festival each August, with great prizes on offer for Judges’ and People’s Choice winners.
The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize is sponsored by Pennicott Foundation — thank you crew! It would not be possible without the support of Full Gamut, Tasmania’s premier fine art printers, as well as the wonderful Tasmanian businesses who donate prizes.
