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One of the jelly fungus found on gorse. Probably Tremella mesenterica. The name mesenterica refers to the intestines, so it is probably so called because it is convoluted like them. However, the amount of water it takes up varies considerably with the climate and season and it may take on a variety of forms. Another of its names is Yellow Brain Fungus.
This specimen was photographed near to Capel Garmon in Snowdonia
This is a flowering example of Gorse. It is a woody, thorny shrub with a profusion of bright yellow flowers that dominates some landscapes where it may be the climax community. Often seen at the coast.
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