The land, water and air around us are chock-full of DNA from fungi that scientists can’t identify

The land, water and air around us are chock-full of DNA fragments from fungi that mycologists can’t link to known organisms. These slippery beings are so widespread scientists are calling them “dark fungi.” It’s a comparison to the equally elusive dark matter and dark energy that permeates the universe.

    • Flying Squid@lemmy.world
      2·
      5 months ago

      Look, if you people have a better “fungi are goths” joke, you tell it.

      Because I’m proud of mine, damn it!

      • EarthShipTechIntern
        2·
        5 months ago

        It made me grin. And then get defensive: am I listening to too much Bauhaus? When is too much?

        Though I actually listen to them rarely. They’re just imprinted on my mind. Probably play their songs on guitar & bass more than listen to them.

        Next time they’re touring…