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Oysters growing on some steps

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some examples of guttation in fungi (Phellodon nothofagi, Leucoagaricus sp, Phellodon sinclairii, and Ganoderma sp). guttation is the release of excess moisture, which often occurs in fungi during rapid growth, and results in colourful droplets on the surface or underside of the fungus.

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Just stumbled upon this cozy cluster of mushrooms here in Pretoria, each one nestling against the next like nature’s own little community. They create a charming patchwork on the forest floor, bringing life to the underbrush.

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🆔️ Gymnopilus junonius

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Mycena

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Gymnopilus junonius

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Hare'sfoot Inkcap Coprinus lagopus

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Scarlet Elf Cups (Sarcoscypha coccinea) and Ruby Elf Cups (Sarcoscypha austriaca) (indistinguishable without microscopy) are one of the few Spring mushrooms that are also edible. They have a mild taste (when overcooked, can become flavourless). They can be gently pan-fried in a little oil/ butter or used in a stew, and they make a nice addition to pasta and rice dishes, or fried eggs.

If you're out looking for them, Elf Cups enjoy wet, muddy places (often close to a stream), and they grow on fallen twigs, rotting wood, under dead leaves but can be easily spotted because of their bright red color.

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Mushrooms, Longmire

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Forest Cups - Urnula campylospora - Australia

photograph: Ian Wallace

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A cluster of Hypholoma fasciculare

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Check out this lion’s mane mushroom snug against an old log, a delightful find for a fungi enthusiast. Its shaggy, white appearance is just as majestic as the creature it’s named after.

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Entoloma melanocephalum, Kaikoura, New Zealand

photo: Benny CK Chia

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Lions Mane (Hericium erinaceus)

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Golden Fungi. by Photographed near Powell River, B.C. Canada.…