Meet Emerson (Em) Lamond, a self-taught amateur bryologist who Really Really Loves Mosses.

Em will provide an introduction to bryophytes; what is a moss, liverwort and hornwort; How WA differs from other parts of the world in mosses liverworts and hornworts. Then a look at some of the most interesting species in WA as well as ones that need more awareness. His talk will cover the endemic species, recent discoveries, invasive species and unresolved questions with some families. He also will look at the role of citizen science in WA bryology, especially through iNaturalist. And to top it off, a look at the microbes that are associated with bryophytes such the rotifers that have a curious relationship with some epiphytic liverworts, and the new species of Tardigrade he discovered and the odd situation it’s now in.