Learn the structures and features of lichens in order to start identifying and recognizing common lichens. Part 1 covers generalized lichen internal and external anatomy and the major growth forms (part 2 covers reproductive structures and additional external structures).

Note: Most of these slides were originally created by Dr. Lalita Calabria and Dr. Jesse Miller and have been used or modified with permission to accompany the narration by Dr. Allie Weill.

Transcript here (includes parts 1 & 2 together).

Part 1

Part 2

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