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A newly identified fungus species in Britain might play an important role in controlling an aggressively invasive plant, offering potential benefits for damaged native habitats. This fungus specifically targets the heath-star moss, a species that has been rapidly spreading across the UK and displacing native plants. Scientists view this discovery as a rare environmental counteraction against invasive species.
The fungus was first discovered by Dr George Greiff, a 30-year-old researcher, during a walk on the Isle of Wight four years ago. He noticed patches of dead moss on a cliffside and took samples but was initially unable to determine the cause. Further investigations, carried out in collaboration with colleagues in the UK and France, eventually revealed that the culprit was a
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