Giant 'D-rex' fungus found in China belongs to family dating back 65 million years

A family & kids story from North Carolina, reported by WCNC Charlotte.

Family & Kids · North Carolina · October 23, 2026

From WCNC Charlotte

Scientists in China found a fungus up to 20 inches long that belongs to a family that split off about 65 million years ago, around when dinosaurs died out.

Reported by WCNC Charlotte, October 23, 2026. Read the full story at WCNC Charlotte →

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