Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 5: Silent fungi world

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Take a closer look at these miniature statues. What a delicate piece of fine art! And it is fungi behind the masterpiece.

Having been neglected for so long, the vast realm of fungi successfully grab humans' attention by demonstrating its close relationship with other beings. It's no surprise that some of them can maintain mutually beneficial relationships with plants. But some seem rather unfriendly. Check out this episode to learn more about the silent but astonishing world of fungi.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Story of the Tiny Series

In a world full of giants, it is the small that have a big impact. Whether it's tiny little bugs the size of a fingernail or creatures that spend most of their time underground, these seemingly insignificant players have long played a remarkable role that the entire ecosystems rely on. Zoom in on the hidden world's great stories and prepare to be amazed by the power of the small in the rainforest of Hainan.

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 1: Poisonous dinner

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 2: Smart protection

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 3: Unique beauty

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 4: The unknown

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