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Cyathus stercoreus
Each open nest is 1cm or less in width. The "eggs" are actually filled with the spores.
Found in an urban area in mulch (wood chips) after a good rain.
Cyathus striatus can be distinguished from other birds nest fungi by the smooth inside of the nest (cup).
Spotted on Sep 24, 2011
Submitted on Jul 8, 2013
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