Lichen breathes for all of us. It absorbs everything in the air—good or bad—making it a natural indicator of air quality. Spot a healthy lichen patch? Chances are you’re in an area with clean air! 💨🌱

These amazing organisms aren’t just plants—they’re a symbiotic blend of fungi and algae (or cyanobacteria) working together. Think of it as nature’s ultimate collaboration! 🤝

Lichen grows at an incredibly slow pace, sometimes just a few millimeters per year. Some lichens are over 8,000 years old, making them some of Earth’s oldest living organisms! 🕰🌍

They’re not just cool to look at—lichen plays a key role in ecosystems by breaking down rocks into soil, and feeding wildlife.

Take a closer look next time you’re outdoors—lichen is proof of the interconnected magic of nature. Take a deep breath the next time you’re in a lichen covered forest and remind how incredibly clean it tastes.

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