Q. What is 'Filoboletus manipularis', recently seen in news?
Answer:
Mushroom
Notes: Researchers recently discovered a rare bioluminescent mushroom species, Filoboletus manipularis, in Kasaragod forests. These mushrooms glow bright green at night due to a chemical reaction involving luciferin and luciferase. They thrive in tropical, humid environments with decaying organic matter. This bioluminescence likely attracts insects, aiding in spore dispersion. The light-producing reaction is similar to that in fireflies and some marine creatures.