fairy circle
"Fairy circles" are fascinating natural formations often linked to folklore and have distinct appearances in various environments.
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Definition
B2Ecology
(common)A naturally occurring ring of mushrooms resulting from the outward growth of fungal mycelium.
Example
- We stumbled upon a fairy circle in the forest, with mushrooms perfectly arranged in a ring.
C1Arid Regions
(technical)A circular patch of barren ground surrounded by a ring of stimulated grass growth, typically found in dry grasslands.
Example
- The desert landscape was dotted with fairy circles, each a mystery of the natural world.
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