Mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs set the stage for the giant fungus D. rex
Scientists discover a 65-million-year-old giant fungus that may have risen to dominance after the dinosaurs' demise.
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This fungus, discovered in China, has a nearly 5-pound fruiting body, making it one of the world's tallest. The discovery was made by Chinese scientists, who found the fungus in a Chinese forest.
They have named it 'D-rex,' a nod to the Tyrannosaurus Rex, according to BBC Wildlife Magazine. While the discovery of D. rex is significant, it also raises questions about the ecosystem of the time.
The mass extinction event that led to the rise of the giant fungus likely had far-reaching consequences for the environment and the species that lived there. The full extent of these consequences is still unclear, but the discovery of D. rex is a step towards understanding this period in Earth's history.
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What is D. rex?
A 65-million-year-old giant fungus discovered in China with a nearly 5-pound fruiting body
What is unique about D. rex?
The fungus has unique characteristics that required the creation of a new family
What does the discovery of D. rex suggest about the ecosystem of the time?
The mass extinction event that led to the rise of the giant fungus likely had far-reaching consequences for the environment and the species that lived there
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Scientists Discover “D-Rex,” a Giant Fungus Unlike Anything Seen BeforeSciTechDaily · 2h ago
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Experts discover ancient, “extreme” species in Chinese forest – and name it 'D-rex'BBC Wildlife Magazine · 2h ago
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