Ever walked through a forest and noticed eerie green patches on the trees at night? Those are glowing fungi—some species light up forests in a phenomenon called “foxfire.”
Researchers think the glow isn’t just cool to look at—it could play a role in forest communication. The light may attract insects that spread fungal spores or even signal environmental conditions. Scientists are still studying it, but it might mean forests are “talking” through light.
So next time you hike after dark and spot that glow, remember: it’s not just nature looking cool—it might be nature having a conversation.