Giant shield lichen
Scientific name: Cetrelia
Giant shield lichen
Scientific name: Cetrelia
Description
Giant shield lichen is a lichen group found on tree bark and rocks. It forms large, leaf-like structures with a pale gray or green upper surface. Some species in this group produce unique chemical compounds that can change color when exposed to certain substances, making them useful in environmental monitoring. Giant shield lichen is often found in old-growth forests and mountainous regions.
Species of Giant shield lichen
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Sac fungi Class
Lecanoromycetes Order
Lecanorales Family
Parmeliaceae Genus
Giant shield lichen 
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