A short tale, a couple of photos and a question ..

jaybie · #1 (**permalink**) 21-08-2009, 07:21 PM

I asked the question in an earlier thread What’s so fascinating about fungi?

In response FungiJohn suggested I try a walk along Lime Tree Ave in Clumber Park which I managed today. While there were a lot of fungi about they were mostly decaying, eaten or broken up. These are a couple of shots taken during the walk ..

As fungi numpty I have no idea on ID other than the second is some kind of puffball.

The earth was very dry so that must have had an impact - what is the best time to seek out fungi?

I see I am going to have to get some serious research in.

JohnB

NickCantle · #2 (**permalink**) 21-08-2009, 07:38 PM

Amanita rubescens and Scleroderma, probably S. citrinum

Chris Yeates · #3 (**permalink**) 21-08-2009, 07:41 PM

definitely citrinum

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Originally Posted by jaybie

. . . what is the best time to seek out fungi?

I see I am going to have to get some serious research in.

JohnB

best time depends on what sort of fungi you get interested in - it can become a 365(6) days a year study once you move away from the "toadstool" type species

as regards getting some serious research in - well, all you need is several lifetimes!

best

Chris