Lichen communities near the Mars Desert Research Station (IMAGE)

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Lichen communities near the Mars Desert Research Station

Caption

Rich lichen communities are abundant in the deserts surrounding the Mars Desert Research Station, with visible crusts being one part of a vibrant ecosystem.

Credit

Paul Sokoloff/Canadian Museum of Nature

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