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Ophiocordyceps clavulata is a fungi parasite of scale insects feeding on trees including Pignut Hickory and American Hazel. It grows up to 4 mm

From the very limited information on the internet it's usual habitat is North America and Canada, but has also been recorded in Sweden

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[–] kamenlady@lemmy.world 2 points 8 months ago

Nice, gonna look forward for it this week.