Sighting 4208105
4 Box Cutting Rainforest Walk
Identification history
| Alwisia lloydiae | 31 Jan 2024 | Teresa |
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This set of images has been taken over a three week period of the same specimen, and shows the progression of the slime mould Alwisia lloydiae, which I believe is a first appearance in NSW.
The following set of images will show the mature stage which we were finally able to capture recently. This species was first recorded in Tasmania by Sarah Lloyd in about 2010
4 comments
sarahlloyd
wrote:
11 Sep 2023
Teresa, these observations are not all A. lloydiae.
The one that is whitish at the early stage, with (presumably) a follow up photo showing the long calyculus is A. repens.
Both species occur at my study site in Tasmania so I am familiar with all stages of development of both species.
I am aware that you found the holotype of A. repens, but you likely found the mature stage?
We (Dmytro Leontyev and I) are planning to write a short paper with further descriptions of the species, especially the peculiar pattern of dehiscence and that ‘repens’ does not describe most observations of the species (except the holotype).
Can you please provide additional information about your observation so it can be included in the paper. Many thanks, Sarah
The one that is whitish at the early stage, with (presumably) a follow up photo showing the long calyculus is A. repens.
Both species occur at my study site in Tasmania so I am familiar with all stages of development of both species.
I am aware that you found the holotype of A. repens, but you likely found the mature stage?
We (Dmytro Leontyev and I) are planning to write a short paper with further descriptions of the species, especially the peculiar pattern of dehiscence and that ‘repens’ does not describe most observations of the species (except the holotype).
Can you please provide additional information about your observation so it can be included in the paper. Many thanks, Sarah
sarahlloyd
wrote:
14 Sep 2023
A lloydiae is not like that when it first forms. It also does not have the long calyculus seen in your photo.
Why do you think it is not A. repens?
Why do you think it is not A. repens?
Teresa
wrote:
1 Nov 2023
Confirmed by professionals in this field from other countries - totally IS as stated.
After watching it from plasmodium to spore, micro examination here & by the best in the world, we are 100% confident with this ID.
After watching it from plasmodium to spore, micro examination here & by the best in the world, we are 100% confident with this ID.
AaronClausen
wrote:
15 Mar 2024
Hi guys - this is solid, healthy debate and we definitely encourage people challenging any confirmation whatsoever because (A) it results in the absolute best possible data quality and (B) we all learn from the discussion activity.
The culture in the community we've shaped over the years is very much a supportive and constructive one. Challenging an ID (love it and absolutely encouraged on NatureMapr) is not at all related to challenging the person personally (no place for it on NatureMapr).
What do people think about us trying to formalise this a bit more with some kind of "Challenge ID" or "Politely disagree with ID" button? It's a valid action to challenge any ID and we want it to be seen as a normal and valid part of the overall process. You can also make a suggestion over the top of any confirmation which is another way for experts to express a disagreement on a record's final confirmation.
The culture in the community we've shaped over the years is very much a supportive and constructive one. Challenging an ID (love it and absolutely encouraged on NatureMapr) is not at all related to challenging the person personally (no place for it on NatureMapr).
What do people think about us trying to formalise this a bit more with some kind of "Challenge ID" or "Politely disagree with ID" button? It's a valid action to challenge any ID and we want it to be seen as a normal and valid part of the overall process. You can also make a suggestion over the top of any confirmation which is another way for experts to express a disagreement on a record's final confirmation.
Location information
- Maps Bodalla State Forest
- Places Kianga, NSW
Sighting information
- 1,001 - 10,000 Abundance
- Teresa Recorded by
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My flagged sightings Significant Featured Slime Moulds Teresa South Coast NatureMapr
Species information
- Alwisia lloydiae Scientific name
- Common name
- Sensitive
- Rare or uncommon native
- Non-invasive or negligible
- Machine learning
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- More than one media file
- Verified by an expert moderator
- Nearby sighting(s) of same species
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