Paradorydium menalus

These live in reed beds fitting closely against the vertical stems.

cf. Paradorydium menalus around 1cm
Early September 2018
Knocklofty Reserve, Hobart
found amongst a Poa dominated area.
Identification and information thanks to Murray Fletcher

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Tasmania: Australia’s Island State

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