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Bird's Nest Fungus

Description:

Cup fungus with packets of spores inside. The cups themselves are rubbery, and look hairy.

Habitat:

Growing from dead wood

Notes:

Spotted at Barbara A. Beiser Field Station.

1 Species ID Suggestions

Fluted bird's nest
Cyathus striatus Cyathus striatus


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1 Comment

Mark Ridgway
Mark Ridgway 10 years ago

Most likely Cyathus striatus. The height, furry exterior, color and number of peridioles, and the striations inside the cups all look good.

Latimeria
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Latimeria

Ohio, USA

Spotted on Sep 12, 2011
Submitted on Mar 11, 2012

Spotted for Mission

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