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large shelflike fungus, red on top, white below, I think this might be Gandoderma lucidum, but not sure
dead log, mixed forest
The largest fungi I've seen in Algonquin provincial park. For a dry summer, this was in perfect condition.
Spotted on Aug 5, 2012
Submitted on Sep 3, 2012
9 Comments
Dan , I read that Canada once was like the tropics and had a tropical climate.
Very interesting fact.
No problem Emma. I love exploring the tropics but have to admit I have found some pretty cool stuff in Canada too. Many treasures to be found.
Thanks so much for your reply Dan.
Canada is beautiful. This fungi just makes us realize there is so much more to be seen!!I can imagine something like this being found in Canada! Every little wood might have its own treasures!!
beautiful colors!!
Dan, I have a spotting with ID help.
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/118...
Thanks in advance. i have been puzzling over this one one for more than a year.
Ranunculus?
Identifying fungi is really difficult :)
I think it could be that too. Looks like it's probably either G. lucidum and G. tsugae.
could it be Hemlock Varnish?
Thanks, that's exactly what I thought Carol!
That is incredible fungus!