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Purnululu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western Australia's Kimberley region, showcases the interplay between biological and geological processes. The unique banding on its karst formations is influenced by cyanobacteria and lichenized fungi, yet these fungi remain poorly studied. Collaborative research involving professional and amateur mycologists, alongside Indigenous custodians like the Gija and Jaru peoples, aims to unravel their ecological roles. Such studies are crucial for conserving both biotic and abiotic features of the park, offering insights applicable to other natural areas. The cover photograph by Art Wolfe underscores the importance of visual storytelling in conservation efforts.

(Ed.). (2018). Cover Caption. Conservation Biology, 32(5). Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/cobi.13212